Padel Boom in Serbia: Major International Tournament on the Horizon

Belgrade Hosts Major Padel Tournament: President Mijailović Discusses Sport's Growth in Serbia Belgrade, Serbia – The popularity of padel, a racquet sport similar to tennis, is booming in Serbia, according to Đorđe Mijailović, president of the Padel Association of Serbia. In a recent interview filmed at the Padel Center Belgrade, Mijailović spoke about the sport's rapid expansion and the upcoming Silver FIP Cup, a major international tournament set for August 18-24. "Dosta mladih ljudi igra padel i to me raduje," Mijailović said, expressing his delight at the increasing number of young people taking up the sport. This enthusiasm is reflected in the growing number of padel centers across the country, providing the infrastructure needed to support this surge in popularity. The Silver FIP Cup, a first-of-its-kind international tournament in Serbia, promises to elevate the sport's profile even further. Mijailović also revealed ambitious plans for the future, including the goal of hosting some of the world's best padel players in Serbia in the coming years. This tournament and the broader expansion of the sport represent a significant step forward for padel in Serbia. The success of the Silver FIP Cup and the ongoing growth of padel in Serbia demonstrate the potential for this exciting sport to continue its rise in popularity both nationally and internationally.