A New Sports Milestone in Playa Nueva Romana
Playa Nueva Romana successfully hosted its First Padel Tournament. The event aimed to promote sports, healthy living, and community integration.
In total, 30 players participated in the competition. Moreover, the tournament helped position Playa Nueva Romana as an emerging padel destination in the Dominican Republic.
Competitive Matches at AIRE Sports Center
The tournament took place at the modern sports courts in AIRE, the community’s leisure and business center.
Over two exciting days, players competed in women’s, men’s, and mixed categories. In addition, participants enjoyed a vibrant atmosphere focused on sports and community.
Padel continues to grow rapidly worldwide. Therefore, this event marked an important step for the sport in Playa Nueva Romana.
Padel Growth in the Dominican Republic
Padel has gained strong popularity across the Dominican Republic in recent years. As a result, Playa Nueva Romana continues expanding its sports offerings.
This tournament also strengthened the destination’s image as a first-class residential and tourist community. Furthermore, it promoted an active and healthy lifestyle.
Trophies, Clinics, and Family Activities
The competition featured three amateur mixed categories with elimination rounds. At the end of the tournament, winners received trophies and special prizes.
In addition, organizers held introductory clinics for children. Open exhibitions also helped introduce padel to younger generations.
Therefore, the event combined competition, learning, and entertainment for all attendees.
Winners of the First Playa Nueva Romana Padel Tournament
Three pairs claimed victory in this first edition:
- Jorge Diaz Di Zio and Carlos Cabral — Category A
- Juan Omar Leonardo and Camila del Príncipe — Category B
- Xavier Valoy and Waldo Ramírez — Category C
Their performances added excitement and energy to Playa Nueva Romana’s sports calendar.
Strengthening Community Through Sports
According to Rosa Zapata, Commercial and Marketing Director, this tournament represents an important step for the community.
The goal is not only to strengthen the sports culture, but also to encourage social integration. In addition, Playa Nueva Romana seeks to become a sports reference in the Caribbean.
A Successful First Edition with Future GrowthA Successful First Edition with Future Growth
The First Padel Tournament ended with enthusiasm and celebration. As a result, the event reinforced the active lifestyle promoted by Playa Nueva Romana.
Moreover, it opened the door to future editions with more players and activities. The padel academy also continues growing with new students joining its training programs.

