Nairobi, Kenya – November 15, 2025 – Tanqueray, the world’s No.1 premium gin, brought Its showtime spirit to life this past weekend at an exclusive Sunset Padel tournament hosted in partnership with The W Exclusive Wellness and Fitness. The tournaments brought together Nairobi’s most dynamic players who transformed the court into a vibrant arena where their competitive edge met elevated style.
The tournament featured two competitive brackets of 16 players each, culminating in a thrilling showcase match featuring top-ranked players from the Kenyan padel scene. Winners received cash prizes with Ksh50,000 awarded to the first-place pairs in both the men’s and mixed categories closing the competition with an energizing finish.
“Our partnership with The W is a strategic alignment with heart of Nairobi’s new sport. Padel allows us to be at the center of an active and dynamic community. It has allowed us to authentically engage with a community that mirrors the spirit of showmanship which is an expression of what Tanqueray stands for,” said Nancy Nansikombi, Tanqueray East Africa Brand Manager (EABL).
Tanqueray hosted the post – match soiree, designed to celebrate both the game and the elegance of Tanqueray. Guests enjoyed a curated selection of cocktails inspired by the energy and precision of padel. This was followed by an immersive gin masterclass that offered an intimate dive into Tanqueray’s unmistakable flavour profile and its legacy of craftsmanship that cemented it as a statement choice for those who appreciate quality and refined taste.
Through partnerships like this, Tanqueray continues to redefine Nairobi’s social fabric by standing as the statement choice for experienced gin connoisseurs and discerning consumers. As momentum builds, the W promises to host quarterly padel tournaments and monthly padel socials in 2026. The padel community can expect more occasions where Tanqueray promises to keep the spotlight on the art of living well, proving once again that when the spotlight hits the court – It’s Show Time!
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