Premier Padel has announced that it will take strong legal action against players accused of boycotting the P2 tournament in Gijón, Spain. The boycott is reportedly in response to changes in the distribution of ranking points and smaller main draws, which are said to negatively impact lower-ranked players. The top 50 male players in the world rankings have not yet entered the tournament, showing support for their lower-ranked counterparts.
Premier Padel has sent legal letters to the players, explaining the possible legal consequences of their actions and stating that the damage caused by the boycott will be dramatic. The letter emphasizes that a collective veto of all players to a tournament is unprecedented in professional sports and could generate serious consequences for everyone involved. Premier Padel claims that the changes made to the points allocation and draw sizes were agreed upon with the Padel Players Association and that they have evidence to prove it.
