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Padel Plus Academy has made history in Bahrain’s sports scene, with its Girls Under-14 team winning the country’s first-ever FIP trophy at the FIP Promises tournament in Qatar. Bahraini rising stars Kenzy Abdelaal and Layal Alzakari proudly represented Bahrain and secured this landmark achievement in their debut international competition.
The FIP Promises tournament is a prestigious international event that showcases young padel talents from around the world. Despite fierce competition, Kenzy and Layal displayed exceptional skill, teamwork, and determination, solidifying their place among the region’s top young padel athletes.
Ehsan Jamsheer, managing partner at Padel Plus Academy, expressed immense pride in the achievement, stating: "This victory is a historic milestone for Bahrain's padel community. Kenzy and Layal’s success proves that our young talents have the potential to compete at the highest level. At Padel Plus Academy, we are committed to nurturing the next generation of champions, and this win is only the beginning."
Kamal Khonji, director of the Academy at Padel Plus Academy, also praised the young athletes, adding: "Kenzy and Layal’s triumph is a testament to their dedication and the hard work of all our coaching staff at Padel Plus Academy. They have set a new benchmark for padel in Bahrain, and I am confident this is the first of many international victories for our players." I'm honoured to be a part of this achievement for Bahrain and extremely proud of our players.
The young champions themselves were thrilled with their historic achievement. Kenzy Abdelaal shared her excitement, saying: "Winning Bahrain’s first FIP trophy is a dream come true. It was a tough competition, but we believed in ourselves and played our hearts out. I hope this inspires more young players in Bahrain to take up padel and compete internationally." Her teammate, Layal Alzakari, echoed the sentiment: "We are so proud to bring this victory home. This experience has motivated us to keep pushing our limits and train even harder. We want to thank our coaches, Padel Plus Academy, and families for their support – this trophy belongs to all of Bahrain."
This historic win marks a new era for padel players in Bahrain, proving that the country’s young talents are ready to shine on the global stage. Padel Plus Academy remains committed to developing future champions, and with this achievement, the journey towards greater success has only just begun.
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