The third edition of the Walvis Bay Padel Masters (WBPM) brought together 20 players for an exciting weekend of competitive padel at Atlantis Padel Club on 30 and 31 October, with ABC Pharmacy Walvis Bay proudly supporting the event.
Ten teams competed in the group stages before progressing to the Cup and Plate knockout rounds. Players travelling from Swakopmund participated in the event, further enhancing the competitive atmosphere and strengthening sporting ties between the two coastal towns.
JP Huisch and Borja Romero emerged as Masters III Cup champions after an impressive campaign, while Trevor Grane and Filipe Clara finished as runners-up. In the Plate competition, Tiago Kutz and Marco Gabbotto claimed the title, with Morne Riekert and Xavier Visser finishing in second place.
The tournament also introduced a One-Point Smash Knockout, an entertaining addition that gave eliminated teams an opportunity to compete in a fast-paced, single-point contest. Following three successful Masters tournaments, organisers said they were encouraged by the response from players and the continued support of local businesses and Atlantis Padel Club.
Masters III featured two days of competitive matches, friendly rivalry and camaraderie, highlighting the growing popularity of a sport that has rapidly established itself within the coastal sporting community. “We are extremely grateful to Thomas Huber and the ABC Pharmacy team for their generosity and willingness to get involved.
Their contribution allowed us to offer players an experience that went beyond simply competing on court,” the organisers said. The partnership serves as an encouraging example of how local businesses and sporting initiatives can work together to create meaningful community events.
The organisers also thanked ABC Pharmacy Walvis Bay, Thomas Huber, Atlantis Padel Club and its committee, Sports Therapy Massage by Katelin Martin, Levani’s Kitchen & Deli, all participating players and everyone else who contributed to the success of Masters III.
By Rudi Bowe
