Players from all over the world at padel tournament in Koksijde

Players from all over the world look each other in the eye. Each and every one of them wants to reach the final, and the supporters like to see that happen.

Jos Exteens, chairman of tennis and padel club Koksijde: “They come from all over the world. Venezuela, America, Colombia too. Many Spaniards, of course, because it is especially in Spain that it is very popular. And then, we notice, the better players. When the Spaniards play, you notice the difference in level.”

By the way, there are not only professionals on the field. “In the run-up to the tournament, we have ensured that our tourists get the chance to come and hit a ball here, under the guidance of good padel trainers.”

After the finals next Sunday, the padel field must immediately make way for another field. Then tennis players with aces and drop shots provide the spectacle.