King of the Court hits both Azizi Riviera padel courts today, 11 September, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Former champions, returning finalists and hungry challengers are expected to compete. Bring your best game and the courage to back it.
Two duos stand out as the teams to beat: Johny Khoury and Islam, and Ahmad “Cheeko” and Manoj Yalamanchili.
Johny brings sharp technique and extraordinary calm when rallies turn fierce. Alongside him, Islam brings height, years of padel experience and championship pedigree from club tournaments across Dubai. To challenge this pairing, you’ll need patience, precision and the nerve to keep attacking when the ball keeps coming back.
Then there’s Cheeko and Manoj. Cheeko is pocket-sized dynamite: lightning movement, relentless energy and smashes aimed straight at your feet. Manoj, a badminton star in India and one of Azizi’s most sought-after padel partners, completes a pairing every challenger should have in their sights.
If you want the crown, come prepared to beat these duos.
But the threats run deeper. Malik Sarieh, runner-up at the first Azizi padel tournament, brings an aggressive game. Rob Jones brings badminton expertise and an attacking mentality, while former rugby player Stefan Van der Merwe brings South African composure when the pressure rises.
Ghassan has 12 years of tennis experience, towering reach and a cruel combination of court-stretching shots and sudden drops. Aleksei, Azizi’s tallest player and a padel coach, brings punishing smashes and relentless rallies. And Youssef Kassab, Azizi’s 13-year-old padel prodigy, is another talent to watch.
The field is tough. That’s exactly why this title is worth chasing.
Reputations won’t put points on tonight’s scoreboard. Every team must earn them. Trust your partner, commit to your shots and make the favourites fight for every rally.
The teams to beat have been named. Now come and challenge them.
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