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Laura Clergue, former French padel champion, has established herself as a key figure in French Padel. More than just a player, she is now an influential ambassador, working both as a pundit for Canal Plus and as a content creator on her YouTube channel.
Laura Clergue has continually shone in the world of padel, both on the court and in the media, inspiring younger generations with her passion, determination, and expertise. This article traces her exceptional journey, from her beginnings in France to her role as a pundit and her adventure in Spain.
From amateur player to international competitor
A promising start in padel
Laura Clergue discovered padel in January 2014 in Aix-en-Provence. At the time, she was working as an engineer, but a New Year's resolution and encouragement from her brother Aurélien led her to take up this new sport.
She started playing with Audrey Casanova, a former teammate, and quickly fell in love with this sport that combines agility, strategy, and technique. Laura soon decided to incorporate intensive training sessions into her weekly routine, turning padel into a truly all-consuming passion.
A flourishing career in Spain
In 2017, Laura Clergue took a bold gamble: she left her job in France and moved to Spain, a country where padel was much more developed. She joined a team of prestigious coaches, including Gaby Reca and Cata Tenorio, two legends of the circuit.
This stimulating environment enabled her to improve significantly and reach a professional playing level. Over the years, she took part in numerous padel tournaments, taking on players such as Gemma Triay, Delfina Brea, and Beatriz Gonzalez.
Her career in Spain was marked by significant victories and steady progress in the FIP ranking. She competed in tournament after tournament and continued to perform at a high level, while representing prestigious brands and clubs. The team she joined became a true family, and her hard work was rewarded with international recognition.
Return to France
In 2021, after four years of living out her passion for padel in Spain, Laura decided to return to France. The Covid-19 pandemic and her desire to be closer to her loved ones prompted her to make this choice.
In 2022, Laura was also named captain of the French Junior padel team, a role that allowed her to put her experience and strategic vision to good use. She supports young talents during international tournaments such as the European Padel Championship, preparing them to face top-level teams. Her mission is to pass on the values of the sport while motivating the next generation of French players.
Laura Clergue and the media: raising the profile of padel
Although she brought her career as a professional player to an end at that point, Laura remained deeply committed to padel and was offered a unique opportunity: becoming a pundit for Canal Plus.
A pundit role for Canal Plus
Since becoming a pundit for Canal Plus, Laura Clergue has made padel more accessible to the general public. She commentates on major events, such as the Human Padel Open, and analyses matches with an expert eye.
Through her appearances, she highlights players like Paquito Navarro and breaks down the strategies used on the court. Her goal is to make the sport accessible to viewers and build growing interest in padel in France.
As a pundit for Canal Plus, Laura Clergue analyses matches in the biggest competitions, notably commentating on the performances of top-level players such as Paula Josemaría and Victoria Iglesias, two leading players in the game.
Her YouTube channel: a link with the community
Alongside her role as a pundit, Laura Clergue runs a YouTube channel where she shares her passion for padel. Her videos cover a wide variety of topics: tutorials to improve playing technique, interviews with sports professionals, and vlogs of her experiences as a pundit.
With several thousand subscribers, her channel has become a go-to reference for padel enthusiasts in France, offering content that is both informative and entertaining.
Check out her videos here, featuring for instance tips on how to defend against all double-glass shots:
Laura also shares tips on essential padel accessories for players of all levels, such as rackets, balls, and shoes. She also gives her take on the gear she uses personally, making her a respected influencer in the world of padel.
A clearly mapped-out future
At 34, Laura Clergue has already achieved far more than most players of her generation. Between her career as a professional player, her role as a pundit, and her online presence, she continues to make a positive impact on the development of padel in France. Through her commentary on Canal Plus, her YouTube videos, and her role as captain of the French team, she remains a key figure in padel.
With many padel tournaments and events ahead, Laura is ready to continue to commentate, coach, and inspire. Her expertise and passion make her the ideal ambassador for this booming sport. There is no doubt that she will continue to play a key role in the development of padel in the years to come, both in France and internationally.
