Five Padel Stars to Watch at the Inaugural US Open Padel Championships in New York
New York, NY — The much-anticipated US Open Padel Championships are set to kick off on Friday, October 4th, at Padel Haus Dumbo, Brooklyn’s premier padel facility. Featuring a star-studded lineup, the tournament will host some of the most accomplished names in padel, bringing world-class competition to New York City.
From former Grand Slam-winning United States tennis champions to some of the top-ranked padel players in the world, here are five stars to watch at the inaugural US Open Padel Championships:
- Jared Palmer is a multiple Grand Slam-winning tennis player who has transitioned to padel. Palmer has already won a US Open—the mixed doubles in 2000 at Flushing Meadows. Palmer has also represented the US National Team at the FIP Senior World Championships on multiple occasions and now resides in Sweden, where he first started playing padel. His elite experience in racket sports and tactical acumen will make him and his partner, Henry Gill, formidable competitors.
- Brittany Dubins is the number one ranked American player and has been a force to be reckoned with on the Nox USPA Circuit. She has won four titles this year and is undefeated on the circuit. Dubins was also undefeated playing for the US National Team this year, helping them qualify for the FIP World Championships later in the season. She enters the tournament alongside the equally impressive Carla Rodriguez Sanchez with the aim of adding the US Open title to their impressive season.
- Luis Estrada and Nico Agritelly have multiple victories on the US padel circuit and are well known for their consistently strong performances. Estrada and Agritelly are both former number one ranked players in the USA and have experience in the PPL as well as on international circuits. Their technical ability and mental toughness will make them tough to beat in the US Open.
- Jose Carlos Gaspar Campos: Known for his speed and precision, Gaspar Campos has been making waves on the international padel circuit. Hailing from Spain, Campos has won three USPA tournaments this year, including the first-ever Las Vegas Open Men’s title. He lines up alongside Las Vegas Smash Coach Juan Manuel Vazquez (Guga) and will be among the favorites to win the inaugural US Open Padel Championship.
- Anna Cortilles is part of the Cancun Waves PPL team and is thought to be one of the most exciting rising stars in women’s padel. Cortilles is known for her aggressive playstyle and athleticism. The Spanish-born player has already proven herself at multiple European competitions and is now bringing her talents to the US Open. Cortilles and her partner Luicelana Perez from Venezuela will be key contenders for the women’s title.
The first-ever US Open Padel Championships is poised to be a landmark event for the sport in the USA, featuring a feast of international talent – the tournament will boast representation from 15 different nations.
The tournament, organized by the US Padel Association (USPA), will be the fourth and final Major of the 2024 Nox USPA Circuit. Players will compete for a $15,000 prize pool, equally split between the men’s and women’s divisions.
The Pro Padel League (PPL), is the title sponsor of the championships alongside the host sponsor, Padel Haus. Matches will take place at their flagship Dumbo location in Brooklyn, New York City. The combination of PPL, Padel Haus and the USPA will ensure this is a fantastic event for the players and spectators.
For more information on the US Open Padel Championships or how to attend visit USA Padel and follow US Open Padel on Instagram for updates on the tournament.
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About the United States Padel Association: The USPA is the national governing body for padel in the USA, as determined by FIP and the APF. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the USPA is dedicated to promoting and developing padel in the United States. Through organizing tournaments, certifying referees, selecting and sending national teams, and fostering player development, the USPA aims to elevate the sport’s profile nationwide and support its members in growing padel at every level.
About Pro Padel League: The Pro Padel League is North America’s premier professional padel league, bringing together world-class athletes and fans to celebrate the fast-growing sport of padel. With its 2024 season distributed to over 300 million households globally, it is one of the fastest-growing sports leagues in the world.
About Padel Haus
Padel Haus is one of the leading premium padel operators, providing world-class padel-dedicated facilities across multiple locations in the USA. Padel Haus is known for its commitment to excellence, community engagement and promoting a healthy and active lifestyle through padel.
