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Laura Clergue, a former French padel champion, has established herself as a leading figure in French padel. More than just a player, she is now an influential ambassador, working as a pundit for Canal Plus and creating content for her YouTube channel.
Laura Clergue has continued to shine in the world of padel, both on court and in the media, inspiring younger generations with her passion, determination and expertise. This article traces her remarkable journey, from her beginnings in France through her time in Spain to her role as a pundit.
From amateur player to international competitor
A promising start in padel
Laura Clergue discovers padel in January 2014 in Aix-en-Provence. At the time, she works as an engineer, but a New Year’s resolution and encouragement from her brother Aurélien lead her to take up this new sport.
She starts playing with Audrey Casanova, a former teammate, and quickly falls in love with this sport, which combines agility, strategy and technique. Before long, Laura makes intensive training part of her weekly routine, turning padel into a true, all-consuming passion.
A flourishing career in Spain
In 2017, Laura Clergue takes a bold gamble: she leaves her job in France and moves to Spain, where padel is much more established. She joins a team of renowned coaches, including Gaby Reca and Cata Tenorio, two legends of the circuit.
This stimulating environment helps her improve considerably and reach a professional level of play. Over the years, she competes in numerous padel tournaments, facing players such as Gemma Triay, Delfina Brea and Beatriz Gonzalez.
Her career in Spain has been marked by significant victories and steady progress in the FIP rankings. She competes regularly and continues to play at a high level while representing prestigious brands and clubs. The team she joins becomes a real family, and her efforts earn her international recognition.
Return to France
In 2021, after four years spent making a living from her passion for padel in Spain, Laura decides to return to France. The Covid-19 pandemic and her wish to be closer to her loved ones prompt her decision.
In 2022, Laura is also named captain of the French youth national team in padel, a role that allows her to put her experience and strategic vision to good use. She supports young talents at international tournaments such as the European Padel Championship, preparing them to face top-level teams. Her mission is to pass on the values of sport while motivating the next generation of female French players.
Laura Clergue and the media: putting padel in the spotlight
Although she ends her professional playing career at this point, Laura remains devoted to padel and is offered a unique opportunity: to become a pundit for Canal Plus.
A punditry role with Canal Plus
Since becoming a pundit for Canal Plus, Laura Clergue has helped make padel more accessible to the wider public. She commentates on major events such as the Human Padel Open and analyses matches with an expert eye.
Through her commentary, she shines a spotlight on players such as Paquito Navarro and breaks down the strategies used on court. Her aim is to make the sport easier for viewers to understand and to spark growing interest in padel in France.
As a pundit for Canal Plus, Laura Clergue analyses matches from the biggest competitions, commenting on performances by top players such as Paula Josemaría and Victoria Iglesias, two leading figures in the sport.
Her YouTube channel: a connection with the community
Alongside her work as a pundit, Laura Clergue runs a YouTube channel where she shares her passion for padel. Her videos cover a wide range of topics: tutorials to improve playing technique, interviews with sports professionals and vlogs about her experiences as a pundit.
With several thousand subscribers, her channel has become a go-to resource for padel enthusiasts in France, offering content that is both informative and entertaining.
Watch her videos here, including tips on defending shots off both glass walls:
Laura also shares tips on the padel accessories essential for players of all levels, such as rackets, balls and shoes. She also gives her opinion on the equipment she uses herself, making her a respected influencer in the world of padel.
A clear path ahead
At 34, Laura Clergue has already achieved far more than most female players of her generation. Through her career as a professional player, her role as a pundit and her online work, she continues to have a positive influence on the development of padel in France. Through her commentary on Canal Plus, her YouTube videos and her role as captain of the French national team, she remains an influential figure in padel.
With many padel tournaments and events ahead, Laura is ready to keep commentating, coaching and inspiring others. Her expertise and passion make her an ideal ambassador for this growing sport. There is no doubt she will continue to play a key role in the development of padel in the years ahead, both in France and internationally.
