The Gijón P2 tournament has recently become a focal point of controversy due to a boycott by professional padel players. The players, represented by the Professional Padel Association (PPA), have decided not to participate in the tournament, citing several reasons for their decision.
The primary cause of the boycott is the unilateral decisions made by the International Federation of Padel (FIP) and the perceived insufficient regulation by Premier Padel. The players have expressed frustration with the lack of professionalization and coherent organization within the circuit. They argue that the current system does not respect the principles of legality, fairness, neutrality, and transparency.
One of the key issues raised by the players is the recent change to the points system. The FIP altered the ranking rules in the middle of the 2025 season, creating an inequality between tournaments of the same category, which distribute a different number of points depending on their date. This change has led to dissatisfaction among the players, who feel that it creates an unfair competitive environment.
Additionally, the players have criticized the lack of involvement and consultation in decision-making processes. They demand a more significant role in the organization and regulation of the sport, seeking to ensure that their voices are heard and their concerns addressed.
The boycott has highlighted the growing tensions between players and the governing bodies of padel. As the sport aspires to gain Olympic recognition, these issues need to be resolved to ensure a fair and transparent competitive environment.
The situation remains dynamic, and it will be interesting to see how the governing bodies respond to the players’ demands and whether any changes will be implemented to address their concerns.
Here is also a nice video explain the issues.
