Padel World Press .- Thomas Johansson, General Director of the APT Padel Tour Circuit, spoke of the changes that the competition is preparing for a 2022 that is full of emotion and surprises ... Among them, there will be an increase of up to 300% in the prizes of some categories , new offices and more benefits for professionals.
The difficult world situation we are experiencing due to COVID 19 was not an impediment to the launch this year of the international paddle circuit chaired by the Monegasque businessman Fabrice Pastor. With great milestones achieved to date, and when there are still several months of competition left, the former Swedish tennis player wanted to advance the modifications that they will experience next year.
As anticipated at the time, there will be a significant increase in the prizes of the different categories. The Open will go from 35.000 to 90.000 euros, the Masters from 60.000 to 110.000 euros and the Grand Masters from 100.000 to 140.000 euros. In turn, it should not be overlooked that all Main Draw pairs will have accommodation for as long as they remain alive in the tournament.
Although Thomas Johansson did not want to advance the venues and the number of tournaments that will make up the 2022 Calendar, a minimum of 14 tournaments and presence in a minimum of 10 countries is projected.
2021 Assessment
Although they have had to adapt to the strict measures imposed in the different countries, the assessment so far is very positive ... And it is that the number of planned tournaments has been fulfilled, with the dispute of 2 Masters and 5 Open in four countries .
Spain, Portugal, Monaco, Sweden, Mexico and Argentina are on the agenda for the remainder of the season, with appointments in Open, Master and Grand Master categories.
Continue betting on the Women's Circuit
Another of the objectives set by APT Padel Tour is to increase the number of tournaments and the prizes among the girls.
To date, two tests have been developed, in Portugal and Sweden, and new events are planned for the rest of the year.
Don't miss the full interview.
Source and Image: APT Paddle Tour
* You can follow all the news of the world of paddle in our profiles of Facebook y Twitter as well as subscribe to our Newsletter .
