Padelness 2024 successfully concluded its first edition at the Mostra d'Oltremare in Naples, attracting 10.000 attendees. The three-day event saw 394 padel players participate in various official tournaments, including the Padelness – FIP RISE Open for women's and men's categories, and the Kiss Kiss Padel Cup.
Among the protagonists, there were also former footballers who took part in a special competition. In addition, inclusive tournaments were organized in which wheelchair athletes and players under 18 participated.
Significant numbers
The event's activities involved 70 participants in educational clinics, as well as 22 national and international fitness presenters. Visitors were able to explore the stands of 105 exhibitors, making the event a meeting point for padel enthusiasts and professionals from across Europe.
Program and participations
Athletes from 15 nations participated in the FIP RISE Open tournament, with Caterina Baldi and Giulia Dal Pozzo, along with Jerez Carnero and Aragon Herrera, finishing on the podium. In addition to padel, the event also featured exhibitions and training sessions with fitness experts.
Support and collaborations
The initiative received the patronage of various institutions, including the City of Naples and the Campania Region, and was supported by numerous sponsors, with Frecciarossa as the main partner and Radio Kiss Kiss, which livened up the atmosphere with live broadcasts and interviews. Many Italian companies contributed to the success of this fair. Padelness will return from November 21 to 23, 2025, at the same venue with the aim of offering an even richer event.
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