The 2025 Pro Padel League reached its spectacular conclusion in New York, with the City’s Cup Finals hosted at the iconic Hammerstein Ballroom in Manhattan. Known for its stunning architecture and vibrant atmosphere, the venue provided the perfect stage for the season’s final showdown.
Across the league, every match took place on the adidas PPL High Competition court, a surface renowned for its precision, durability, and performance. For the New York finals, the season’s culminating event after Miami, San Sebastián, Guadalajara and The Hamptons, AFP Courts elevated the experience even further by introducing DarkGlow NV®, its latest innovation in high-performance court technology—a night vision–inspired photoluminescent coating that transformed the adidas PPL High Competition court into a breathtaking stage. Using high-purity strontium aluminate pigments, the surface absorbs ambient light and emits a vibrant orange glow in the dark, creating an immersive, energy-charged atmosphere for players and fans alike. The court also featured the signature orange line along the turf, marking player positioning on the court and reflecting the PPL Finals’ custom colors and corporate identity, creating a visually unforgettable conclusion to the season.
In 2025, the partnership between adidas and AFP Courts elevated the Pro Padel League with greater technical precision, visual cohesion, and professional consistency. The adidas PPL High Competition court ensured top-level performance across venues. AFP Courts introduced structural innovations that enhanced durability and efficiency. Meanwhile, adidas unified the league’s visual identity and expanded its global appeal through design and marketing excellence. Together, both brands strengthened the league’s credibility and positioned it as a leading, innovation-driven benchmark in the professional padel world.
The finals gathered the league’s top-ranked teams for an electrifying battle for the City’s Cup. Fans witnessed high-energy rallies, pinpoint volleys, and intense tactical exchanges, all amplified by the mesmerizing glow of the court. The illuminated surface not only enhanced the excitement but also improved on-court visibility under dimmed lighting, ensuring every move was appreciated by both spectators and broadcast audiences. With MEDIAPRO as the official partner, the 2025 finals were broadcast worldwide across 15 channels. Fans could watch via YouTube globally, DAZN in most countries, Telemundo and FanDuel in the USA, Gol Stadium in Spain, PadelTime TV in several regions, Direct TV Sports in Latin America, Tubi in Mexico and Central America, and additional channels worldwide.
After an intense series of matches, Agustín Tapia and Fede Chingotto captured the men’s championship title, while Ari Sánchez and Andrea Ustero triumphed in the women’s competition. The New York Atlantics were crowned overall champions of the 2025 Pro Padel League season, showcasing resilience, strategy, and exceptional skill to take the title. With this final event, the 2025 season came to a close, marking another year of unforgettable moments in professional padel.
The New York finals will be remembered not only for the outstanding performances but also for the unique experience created by DarkGlow NV®. The glowing court added a fresh layer of spectacle, leaving fans with lasting memories of the season’s grand finale.
