(MENAFN- Mid-East Info) A premier international tournament that brought world-class padel talent together while celebrating the sport's rapid growth in the Kingdom

World Padel Academy (WPA) Bahrain successfully hosted the FIP Bronze BBK Manama II tournament from 24 to 30 November 2025, welcoming a strong line-up of athletes from across the region and beyond. As part of the Cupra FIP Tour, the event brought together 100 teams across male and female categories, reinforcing Bahrain's position as a growing padel destination. The tournament further underscored Bahrain's emergence as a thriving hub for international padel and highlighted WPA's role as one of the leading contributors to the sport's development in the Kingdom.

The competition featured 60 men's teams and 40 women's teams, competing across all levels for a total prize pool of 8,000 EUR. With both rising talents and seasoned players taking part, the tournament delivered a full week of exciting matches, a high-energy atmosphere, and strong participation from the regional padel community.

Strengthened by BBK's Support and Key Local Partners

This year's edition was supported by Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait (BBK) as the Official Title Sponsor, underscoring the bank's ongoing dedication to community growth, youth development, and the advancement of sport in Bahrain. BBK's leadership as Title Sponsor elevated the platform for athletes and strengthened the tournament's impact both locally and regionally.

Key local partners Lexus Ebrahim K. Kanoo, Khosh Fkra Media, and World Padel Academy Bahrain each played an essential role in bringing the event to life, collectively ensuring a premium experience for players, spectators, and the broader community. WPA's involvement as both organiser and supporting partner reflected its commitment to nurturing the national padel ecosystem through best-in-class facilities and continuous grassroots activation.

“At World Padel Academy Bahrain, our goal is to create a platform that nurtures talent while bringing international standard tournaments to the Kingdom,” said Ali Al Arif, Chief Executive Officer, World Padel Academy.“The FIP Bronze BBK Manama II represented an important step in our commitment to elevating padel in Bahrain, and we were grateful to the International Padel Federation, BBK, and our partners for supporting this event and helping us bring world-class competition to our courts.”

“Supporting events that bring people together and elevate Bahrain's standing on the international sporting stage is important to us,” said a spokesperson on behalf of Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait.“Our involvement in the FIP Bronze BBK Manama II reflected our vision to contribute to meaningful community initiatives that inspire participation and encourage healthy competition. We were pleased to collaborate with World Padel Academy Bahrain in hosting a tournament that highlights the Kingdom's growing passion for padel.”

Advancing Padel in Bahrain

Organised in partnership with the International Padel Federation (FIP) and the Bahrain Padel Federation, the FIP Bronze BBK Manama II highlighted the importance of aligned national and international collaboration in developing the sport. WPA's role as host venue and community hub further strengthened this ecosystem, providing pathways for both emerging and competitive athletes.

By uniting national institutions, international federations, and commercial partners, the tournament reinforced the importance of collaboration in driving the growth of padel across the region. The successful completion of the FIP Bronze BBK Manama II further reflected Bahrain's rising visibility on the global sporting map as a destination for high-quality tournaments and athlete development.

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