The Năstase & Marica Club becomes, during this period, the point of attraction of international padel, hosting a tournament from the official circuit of the International Padel Federation (FIP), the organization that coordinates and develops this sport worldwide. The event brings together athletes from many countries and offers the Romanian public the opportunity to follow at the highest level one of the fastest growing sports disciplines globally.
The International Padel Federation is the global governing body of this sport, with the mission to support the development of padel at all levels, from initiation and performance to professional competitions. Currently, the FIP brings together 100 affiliated national federations from all continents and is responsible for official regulations, international rankings and coordination of the global competition calendar.
The tournament organized at the Năstase & Marica Club is part of the competitive ecosystem developed by FIP, which includes international competitions dedicated to both professional athletes and young players and amateurs. Through such events, the Federation aims to strengthen the presence of padel around the world and create new opportunities for athletes to gain experience and points in the international ranking.
“We are honored to host a competition held under the aegis of the International Padel Federation. This event confirms Romania’s positioning on the international padel map and contributes to the popularization of this sport among the local public,” said the representatives of the sports club.
During the competition, spectators will have the opportunity to watch spectacular matches and discover the dynamics of a sport that is experiencing accelerated development worldwide. The FIP circuit and affiliated competitions are one of the main drivers of padel’s growth, supporting both sports performance and the expansion of the practitioner base internationally.
The organization of a FIP tournament in Romania reflects the constant evolution of the local padel community and the growing interest in this discipline, offering Romanian players the chance to compete and interact with athletes from all over the world in an official competitive setting.
About the International Padel Federation (FIP)
The International Padel Federation (FIP) is the global governing body of padel and coordinates the development of the sport globally. The FIP manages international rankings, sets official regulations, and organizes or coordinates major world competitions, including the Premier Padel and CUPRA FIP Tour. The federation has 100 affiliated national federations and promotes the sustainable development of padel on all continents
About the Nastase Sports Club / Marica & Padel One
Recognized as one of the most modern private sports hubs in Romania, the Năstase & Marica Sports Club represents a benchmark for performance sports and for promoting an active lifestyle. Founded under the signature of two emblematic names of Romanian sport, Ilie Năstase and Ciprian Marica, the club has built its reputation through high-quality infrastructure, organizing large-scale competitions and supporting the development of new generations of athletes. By hosting an international competition on the calendar of the International Padel Federation (FIP), the Năstase & Marica Club consolidates its position as a regional center for racket sports and contributes to increasing Romania’s visibility on the international padel scene.
Through constant investments in infrastructure and the diversity of sporting events hosted annually, the club has become a point of reference for the local and international sports community, providing an ideal setting for European level competitions.