One year after a successful first edition, international padel will return to Normandy with a second edition that marks a significant evolution for the event. The tournament Padel X Live is indeed moving from FIP Bronze status to that of FIP Silver, the top category of the world circuit.
Du 19 at 24 January 2026The qualifying rounds and the first rounds will take place at PadelShot Mondeville, before the semi-finals and finals are organized at Caen Exhibition Centre (Hall 2)specially arranged to host the end of the competition.
The sports complex will bring together several of the best French and European pairs, as well as players featured in the world top 80confirming the growing interest in this Normandy event. Approximately 5 000 spectators are expected throughout the week.

This edition will also offer a notable new feature: the tournament will be followed by a DJ Set by FEDERscheduled for Saturday, January 24th, starting at 22:30 PM at the Exhibition Center. A first for an international padel tournament in France and Europe, with a 90-minute set integrated into the continuity of the event.
The ticket office opens this Thursday November 20with places available from €10.
More information on : www.padelvikings.com
An event conceived by Vikings Event (G'SPORT AGENCY, EMZEL, TLC).
Franck Binisti discovered padel at the Club des Pyramides in 2009 in the Paris region. Since then, padel has been part of his life. You often see him touring France to cover major French padel events.
























































































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