Spectacular scenery, very slow conditions
The Brussels Premier Padel P2 took up residence from April 19 to 26, 2026 at the Tour & Taxis Maritime Station, a spectacular but very special venue for players. In his video, Julien Seurin quickly emphasizes the contrast: a magnificent venue, professional conditions, but also tracks laid for the event, with new carpet, low bounce and a distinctly slower game.
This context explains much of the sporting content. Faced with Noé Navarro Porras and Andrés Britos, Seurin and Thomas Vanbauce got off to a bad start, conceding a break early on, before finding the right reading. Their first idea was to lob Britos, an experienced and very solid right-side player, in an attempt to take the net. But the match turns points when the French pair target Navarro more, notably with higher lobs and patient overhead pressure.
Julien Seurin’s review of Brussels P2?
Two victories in qualifying, one defeat in the final round, 15 points taken and, above all, a sequence that speaks volumes about the demands of the top level. The second match, won against a Belgian pair, showed another classic difficulty: to confirm after a good performance, without slacking off or wanting to finish the points too quickly.
Seurin and Vanbauce are joined on the bench by Pablo Crossetti, the Frenchman’s coach in Barcelona. The adjustment became simple but decisive: position themselves a little further from the net, better anticipate lobs and accept longer exchanges.
A formative final round against Oria and Gutierrez
In the final qualifying round, Seurin and Vanbauce came up against Salvador Oria and Álvaro Gutierrez. The 6/3 6/2 defeat confirmed the gap in conditions that rewarded precision, patience and variation. Seurin made it clear after the match: he lacked overhead efficiency and consistency in the idea of simply touching the net and trying again.
This sequence is what makes the video so interesting. It doesn’t just sell a successful adventure, it also shows the reality of the Premier Padel circuit: important points to chase, tournament economics to manage, capture constraints, and a level where the slightest tactical error pays off. With two victories and a real immersion in Brussels, Seurin leaves with useful content for enthusiasts and players alike who want to understand what goes on behind the scenes.
