Sharjah club launches women's padel tournament

Exciting format and rising popularity

Padel tennis has been gaining increasing popularity among Sharjah government employees, offering a thrilling blend of excitement, fitness, and teamwork. The competition follows a group-stage format, where the leading team from each group will progress to the knockout stages. The elimination rounds will begin with the round of 16, followed by the quarter-finals and semi-finals, culminating in a final match to determine the ultimate champion.

Promoting sports as a lifestyle

Maryam Saif Al Zari, Board Member of the Sharjah Government Employees Club, highlighted that the tournament reflects the club’s commitment to creating a vibrant sporting environment for government employees. She emphasised that events like this play a crucial role in encouraging employees to adopt an active lifestyle, balancing work responsibilities with physical activity, which positively impacts their productivity and overall well-being. Additionally, she noted that padel tennis, as a team sport, aligns with the core values of government institutions, which prioritise collaboration and teamwork.

Recognition and rewards

The women’s tournament will conclude on 15 March, with winning teams being crowned before the men’s competition commences on 16 March. The championship will conclude on 21 March, with the top three teams in both categories receiving significant cash prizes. The first-place winners will be awarded AED 6,000, while the second and third-place teams will receive AED 4,000 and AED 2,000, respectively. The competition is expected to be highly competitive, with skilled teams adding to the excitement and intensity of the matches.

Strong sponsorship support

The tournament is made possible through the support of several key sponsors. The Sharjah Sports Council serves as the Gold Sponsor, while BEEAH Group takes the role of Silver Sponsor. Additional backing comes from the bronze sponsors, including the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority, the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), and the Sharjah Cooperative Society.