{"id":166704,"date":"2025-08-31T23:46:02","date_gmt":"2025-08-31T23:46:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/he-excelled-at-real-madrid-and-bayern-munich-participated-in-three-world-cups-and-won-a-champions-league-title-at-the-age-of-41\/"},"modified":"2025-08-31T23:46:03","modified_gmt":"2025-08-31T23:46:03","slug":"he-excelled-at-real-madrid-and-bayern-munich-participated-in-three-world-cups-and-won-a-champions-league-title-at-the-age-of-41","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/he-excelled-at-real-madrid-and-bayern-munich-participated-in-three-world-cups-and-won-a-champions-league-title-at-the-age-of-41\/","title":{"rendered":"He excelled at Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, participated in three World Cups, and won a Champions League title at the age of 41."},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Arjen Robben’s debut in professional paddlers
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Arjen Robben’s Exciting Entry into Professional Padel<\/h2>\n

The debut of Arjen Robben<\/strong> in professional padel<\/strong> has generated remarkable excitement in the sports community. At the age of 41<\/strong>, the former international soccer superstar, celebrated for his time at elite clubs such as Real Madrid<\/strong>, Bayern Munich<\/strong>, and Chelsea<\/strong>, made his mark in the WesterBork’s FIP Bronze<\/strong> tournament. This event is a part of the FIP TOUR CUPRA<\/strong>, organized by the International Padel Federation<\/strong>. His presence attracted hundreds of enthusiastic fans eager to witness a football legend transitioning into this rapidly growing sport.<\/p>\n

Match Highlights<\/h2>\n

In his inaugural match, Robben<\/strong> teamed up with fellow Dutch player Werner Lootsma<\/strong> to face Ralph Boekema<\/strong> and Mark Weldmate<\/strong>, both of whom have a background in soccer. The match presented significant challenges from the outset; after losing the first set 4-6<\/strong>, Robben and Lootsma bounced back in the second, winning 6-3<\/strong>. The final set concluded in dramatic fashion as they showcased their tenacity by rallying to win the Tie-Break 7-6<\/strong>. Remarkably, during the match, they successfully saved up to six match balls<\/strong>, demonstrating the competitiveness that Robben carries from his football days.<\/p>\n

Facing Tough Competition<\/h2>\n

Robben and Lootsma’s victory propelled them into the main draw of the tournament. However, the next encounter proved to be a significant challenge. They faced Sten Richters<\/strong> and Thijs Roper<\/strong>, ranked 155<\/strong> and 144<\/strong> in the FIP standings, respectively. The experience and skill of their opponents were evident, and the Dutch duo unfortunately fell short with a score of 6-1<\/strong> and 6-0<\/strong>. Despite the defeat, Richters and Roper lauded Robben, calling him \u201cthe best professional former soccer player who knows how to play padel<\/strong>.\u201d<\/p>\n

Fan Engagement and Community Interest<\/h2>\n

The presence of the former football star drew massive crowds, and the Westerbork<\/strong> club was filled to the brim with fans eager to see how Robben would channel his talent and competitive spirit into padel. Such turnout not only reflected Robben’s popularity but also indicated the growing interest in this sport, as more clubs and players emerge on the scene.<\/p>\n

Robben’s Journey to Padel<\/h2>\n

Robben\u2019s relationship with padel began during his time in Germany<\/strong>, where he took up the sport seriously, practicing as often as three times a week. His dedication saw him building a padel court in his garden, leading to participation in exhibition matches alongside football contemporaries like Robin van Persie<\/strong> and prominent padel figures such as Juan Lebr\u00f3n<\/strong> and Ale Gal\u00e1n<\/strong>. In addition, he has invested in padel clubs in the Netherlands<\/strong>, underscoring his commitment to the sport.<\/p>\n

Reflections on His New Athletic Chapter<\/h2>\n

After retiring from professional football in 2021<\/strong>, Robben has maintained impressive fitness levels and an unwavering passion for sports. In interviews, such as those conducted by COPE<\/strong>, the former soccer player expressed that his entry into professional padel commenced with \u201cfew expectations<\/strong>,\u201d but stated he was determined to compete as fiercely as ever, aiming to earn every possible point. He also noted uncertainty about whether he would pursue padel with the same intensity as his football career.<\/p>\n

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Celebration with the Bayern Munich Jacket (Reuters\/Michael Dalder\/File Photo)<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

The WesterBork’s FIP Bronze<\/strong>, despite being the lowest category in the FIP TOUR CUPRA<\/strong>, brought together renowned players and served as an ideal platform for Robben to showcase that talent<\/strong> and competitiveness<\/strong> can transcend disciplines.<\/p>\n

Robben concluded his participation in the tournament emphasizing that his approach to padel revolves around enjoyment<\/strong> and personal growth<\/strong>, with passion<\/strong> and effort<\/strong> as the driving forces behind this exciting new chapter. With a rich legacy of 21 elite seasons<\/strong> in football, 30 titles<\/strong> including the Champions League<\/strong>, and participation in three World Cups<\/strong>, Robben now seeks to find the same competitive adrenaline in padel that once fueled his illustrious soccer career.<\/p>\n


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