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Calling all investment professionals! Want to connect on and off the court?
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Game4Padel | Edinburgh Park
Edinburgh
1, New Park Square, Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9GR
2 covered courts
Fully staffed + serviced
Changing rooms
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As a key partner, Citywire is not only helping to bring the league to life but competing on the court. Citywire is in – are you?
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Who we are
Aberdeen Investments, creating opportunities beyond tomorrow.
From Mexico to the world
Inspired by the vision of Mexican businessman Enrique Corcuera, padel brings together fun, fitness, and connection – and that’s exactly what the Aberdeen Padel League will deliver.
About us
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A global specialist asset manager
We are dedicated to helping investors achieve their financial goals in a changing world by combining our specialist knowledge, global presence in more than 25 locations, our strong relationships and investing for the long term.
Clients know us for our expertise in Asia and emerging markets, specialist equities, real assets and both public and private credit. Our solutions include investing for the needs of insurers and pension providers; managed portfolios; enhanced index and quant investing.
Central to our strategy is a firm commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. To that end, we promote sustainable investment practices through active ownership, and our unique and embedded team structure, ensuring sustainability expertise is located where it is needed.
Our focus is aligned with four pivotal themes shaping the future of investing: the democratisation of finance and digital innovation; the evolving needs of ageing populations; the development of Asia and emerging markets; and climate change and the energy transition.
These ‘mega trends' inform our approach, enabling us to deliver relevant and impactful investment solutions to clients of all sizes, today and into the future.
At Aberdeen Investments, we strive to create investment opportunities for our clients beyond tomorrow.
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The Aberdeen Padel League 2025 will come to life at two exceptional locations. In Edinburgh, Game4Padel at Edinburgh Park offers two covered courts in the heart of the city's business district. Meanwhile, in London, Rocket Padel at Battersea Power Station provides four panoramic indoor courts against one of the capital's most iconic backdrops.
Both venues feature modern facilities and social spaces perfect for post-match networking, ensuring an experience that balances competitive play with community building.
Over 50 years ago, one man’s vision led to the creation of padel – a sport that has become a global phenomenon. Now, Aberdeen Investments is bringing that same spirit of fun, camaraderie and inclusivity to the asset management community with the launch of the Aberdeen Padel League, in association with Citywire.
The league aims to bring together professionals across our industry in a relaxed, social setting, fostering community and strengthening connections beyond traditional business interactions. Competitors will apply the skills they’ve honed professionally – strategic planning, teamwork and adaptability – while connecting with like-minded peers.
Rocket Padel Battersea Power Station
London
Circus Rd W, Nine Elms, London
SW11 8AL
4 Panoramic indoor courts
Fully staffed + serviced
Spectator areas
Changing rooms
Bistro / Bar
Pro Shop
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Aberdeen Padel League 2025
Game | Set | Results
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Two groups: Beginner/Lower Intermediate (Group 1) and Upper Intermediate/Advanced (Group 2)
Each group has 32 players, forming 16 mixed doubles teams
Tournament runs for six Thursdays, with a seventh if you make the finals, from 8 May to 19 June
Group stage details
Each team plays three matches over six weeks
Group 1 plays on weeks 1, 3, and 5
Group 2 plays on weeks 2, 4, and 6
Matches last 45-50 minutes
Scoring: 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw, 0 for a loss
Flexibility: Teams can swap players if someone can't make a match
Event structure
Each match night lasts about three hours
One hour of play
Time for coaching and interaction
Networking and socialising
Final week (week 7)
Semi-finals: Top four teams from each group play
Finals: Top two teams from each group compete
Prizes
Winners from each group receive:
£500 to a charity of your choice
Trophy
Tournament structure
Two groups: Beginner/Lower Intermediate (Group 1) and Upper Intermediate/Advanced (Group 2)
Each group has 16 players, forming 8 mixed-doubles teams
Tournament runs for six Thursdays, with a seventh if you make the finals, from 8 May to 19 June
Group stage details
Each team plays 3 matches over 6 weeks
Group 1 plays on weeks 1, 3, and 5
Group 2 plays on weeks 2, 4, and 6
Matches last 45-50 minutes
Scoring: 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw, 0 for a loss
Flexibility: Teams can swap players if someone can't make a match
Event structure
Each match night lasts about three hours
One hour of play
Time for coaching and interaction
Networking and socialising
Final week (week 7)
Semi-finals: Top four teams from each group play
Finals: Top two teams from each group compete
Prizes
Winners from each group receive:
£500 to a charity of your choice
Trophy
The event is designed to be competitive yet relaxed, with opportunities for skill development and networking.
Xavier Meyer CEO, Aberdeen Investments
“Many of my colleagues at Aberdeen Investments are passionate about padel, and we’re thrilled to share our enthusiasm with the wider asset management community. The league offers a fun, light-hearted environment with just the right touch of friendly competition to keep things exciting!”
Tom Frost Head of UK Institutional & Global Solutions
“It's not often we get the chance to connect with peers outside of meetings and conferences, so I’m really excited to not only engage with all of you in a fun and relaxed setting, but also to get competitive on the court”
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Fergus McCarthy Head of UK Investments Wholesale Distribution
“We're really excited about bringing the worlds of Padel and Asset Management together, for a summer of fun and networking in London and Edinburgh. Our industry has been through a momentous amount of change over the last few years and opportunities to connect outside of the normal work environments are not what they were, we're hoping that the Aberdeen Padel League 2025 will provide a good opportunity to reconnect.”
Edinburgh League
The event is designed to be competitive yet relaxed, with opportunities for skill development and networking.
Winners from each group receive:
£500 to a charity of your choice
Trophy
Prizes
Semi-finals: Top four teams from each group play
Finals: Top two teams from each group compete
Final week (week 7)
Each match night lasts about three hours
One hour of play
Time for coaching and interaction
Networking and socialising
Event structure
Each team plays 3 matches over 6 weeks
Group 1 plays on weeks 1, 3, and 5
Group 2 plays on weeks 2, 4, and 6
Matches last 45-50 minutes
Scoring: 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw, 0 for a loss
Flexibility: Teams can swap players if someone can't make a match
Group stage details
Two groups: Beginner/Lower Intermediate (Group 1) and Upper Intermediate/Advanced (Group 2)
Each group has 16 players, forming 8 mixed-doubles teams
Tournament runs for six Thursdays, with a seventh if you make the finals, from 8 May to 18 June
Tournament structure
London League
The event is designed to be competitive yet relaxed, with opportunities for skill development and networking.
Winners from each group receive:
£500 to a charity of your choice
Trophy
Prizes
Semi-finals: Top four teams from each group play
Finals: Top two teams from each group compete
Final week (week 7)
Each match night lasts about three hours
One hour of play
Time for coaching and interaction
Networking and socialising
Event structure
Each team plays three matches over six weeks
Group 1 plays on weeks 1, 3, and 5
Group 2 plays on weeks 2, 4, and 6
Matches last 45-50 minutes
Scoring: 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw, 0 for a loss
Flexibility: Teams can swap players if someone can't make a match
Group stage details
Two groups: Beginner/Lower Intermediate (Group 1) and Upper Intermediate/Advanced (Group 2)
Each group has 32 players, forming 16 mixed doubles teams
Tournament runs for six Thursdays, with a seventh if you make the finals, from 8 May to 18 June
Tournament structure
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Inspired by the vision of padel’s creator, Aberdeen Padel League offers a unique opportunity to unwind, build connections, and foster collaboration – both on and off the court.
In 1969, Mexican businessman Enrique Corcuera created a small sports court at his holiday home in Acapulco with a simple vision: to start a game that could be enjoyed by family and friends regardless of skill level or athleticism.
Inspired by his love for tennis and the desire to play in a smaller, more accessible space, Corcuera designed a 10 x 20-metre court enclosed by walls, allowing the ball to bounce off the surfaces, much like squash.
Corcuera’s holiday home became the birthplace of a sport that has evolved into the global phenomenon we know as padel. The sport’s popularity has surged due to its unique appeal: it is easy to learn, fast-paced and social.
‘Enrique Corcuera had a vision – a vision that he brought to life with remarkable success,’ said Xavier Meyer, CEO of Aberdeen Investments. ‘That’s what financial and investment professionals do every day for their clients – they envision their future and craft well-thought-out plans to achieve their goals.’
In a padel match, partners must rely on each other’s strengths and support one another – much like the collaborative nature of managing wealth for clients and making strategic decisions together.
‘That’s what makes padel such a fitting sport for the asset management community,’ added Meyer. ‘And it’s why we’re excited to create our own padel league in association with Citywire. We hope the Aberdeen Padel League will bring our community together with the same spirit of fun, camaraderie, inclusivity, and teamwork that Enrique Corcuera intended.’
Introducing the Aberdeen Padel League
The Aberdeen Padel League has been created to unite professionals across the asset management industry in a relaxed, social setting, fostering a sense of community and strengthening professional connections that extend beyond the office and meeting rooms.
A great opportunity for clients and industry peers to connect and spend time together outside of the typical environment, and hopefully foster deeper, more lasting relationships.
Engaging in team sports like padel boosts morale, enhances wellbeing and increases productivity. The league’s social atmosphere allows professionals to unwind, bond with colleagues and rediscover a sense of balance beyond the office.
‘We all recognise the importance of achieving the right work/life balance,’ said Meyer. ‘Padel is a fantastic recreational sport that promotes fitness, agility and hand-to-eye coordination.
We are running two leagues – one for clients and peers in London, and another in Edinburgh.
Staying true to Corcuera’s original vision, our league is designed to be inclusive, with each venue offering two groups: one for beginners and lower intermediate players, and another for upper intermediate and advanced players.
In London, there will be 16 mixed doubles teams in each group, while in Edinburgh, there will be eight mixed doubles teams per group. Mixed doubles partners who are interested in participating can register their interest now.
Each team will play three times over the course of six weeks, from Thursday 8 May to Thursday 12 June. Matches will take place on alternating weeks, and with the relaxed and fun nature of the league, teams can swap matches with advance notice or have colleagues step in.
Each padel meet will last around three hours: 45-50 minutes of play, one hour with the coach, and another hour afterwards for food, drinks, and networking.
The top teams – eight in London and four in Edinburgh – will take part in the grand finals on Wednesday 18 June when they will compete for a £500 donation to a charity of their choice, a trophy, and most importantly, the honour of being crowned Aberdeen Padel League champions.
How the league works
Join Aberdeen Investments and Citywire in bringing the asset management community together!
Register your interest today and be part of something exciting!
Ready to connect, compete, and have fun?
Xavier Meyer CEO, Aberdeen Investments
“Many of my colleagues at Aberdeen Investments are passionate about padel, and we’re thrilled to share our enthusiasm with the wider asset management community. The league offers a fun, light-hearted environment with just the right touch of friendly competition to keep things exciting!”
Copyright © Aberdeen Group plc 2025. All rights reserved.
abrdn Investment Management Limited registered in Scotland (SC123321) at 1 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2LL. Authorised and regulated in the UK by the Financial Conduct Authority.
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Copyright © abrdn plc 2025. All rights reserved.
abrdn Investment Management Limited registered in Scotland (SC123321) at 1 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2LL. Authorised and regulated in the UK by the Financial Conduct Authority.
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Terms & Conditions
Please note, registration is now closed.
Please note, registration is now closed.