Souleymane Tinde and Kevin Danho, representing Ivory Coast, clinched the P100 Men event title at the Padel Accra Open tournament, held last Sunday at the Padel Accra by S2 court. They faced strong competition from the local pair, Daniel Quartey and John Paul, ultimately winning the thrilling match with a score of 4-6, 6-1, 6-2. This event marked the first tournament since the Professional Padel Association of Ghana gained admission from the National Sports Authority.

Despite trailing in the opening set, Tinde and Danho displayed their experience and resilience, making a comeback for the victory. In a post-match interview, Danho expressed his happiness at witnessing the growth of the sport since his last visit to the country in December. He acknowledged the opponents’ high level of play but highlighted the difference in experience between the Ivorian pair and their counterparts.

The tournament, spanning from February 29 to March 3, 2024, featured competitions in various categories, including Men P50, Women P50, and a kids’ tournament. Jean Noel Saïd, the President of the Professional Padel Association of Ghana (PPAOG), expressed satisfaction with the participation of women and children in the event. He also disclosed plans to organize additional events and a professional tournament in Ghana before the year concludes.