The FIP Promises The Gate tournament in Beirut recently highlighted the rising potential of Lebanon’s padel scene, with local youth dominating the podium across all age divisions. Out of the 12 total champions crowned during the event, an impressive eleven were homegrown talents, signaling a bright future for the sport in the region.
The Champions of FIP Promises The Gate
The tournament featured five distinct categories, showcasing intense competition and high-level play from the next generation of padel stars. The following pairs secured their titles in Beirut:
- Boys’ Under 18: Ahmad Kamareddine and Jabado Ghazi claimed the top spot after a decisive 6-4, 6-1 victory against finalists Mahdi Sabbah and Mohamad Badih.
- Boys’ Under 16: The title in this age group was secured by the duo of Ali Zamat and Jad Kteish.
- Boys’ Under 14: George Abou Jaoude and Daniel Sherif emerged as the champions of their category.
- Boys’ Under 12: Karim Adra and Ghassan Zakhem successfully navigated the field to take home the trophy.
- Girls’ Under 12: Scarlett Nassif and Julia Obeid rounded out the winners' list, securing the title in the girls' division.
The event served as a major platform for NextGen athletes to gain competitive experience and celebrate their growth within the sport. By sweeping nearly every category, the Lebanese youth players demonstrated the rapid development of padel infrastructure and training within the country, leaving a lasting impression on the international FIP Promises circuit.
