In a city where business is increasingly conducted beyond traditional office walls, award-winning international developer MERED has set a new standard for industry engagement. The visionary firm recently hosted its inaugural, invitation-only padel tournament, transforming the court into a high-stakes networking arena for the architects of Dubai’s real estate success: the senior brokers.
A Power Play at Padel Edition
The event brought together 32 elite teams from the UAE’s most influential brokerage houses. These are the decision-makers behind the multi-billion-dirham transactions that define the skyline of Dubai and the wider Emirates. Held at the premium Padel Edition venue, the atmosphere was a seamless blend of fierce competition and strategic dialogue, offering a rare space for the industry’s top tier to connect, collaborate, and exchange market perspectives.
Strategic Partnerships in a Record-Breaking Market
Reflecting on the event’s significance, Michael Belton, CEO of MERED, emphasized the developer’s commitment to long-term synergy. With Dubai concluding 2025 with a staggering AED 682.5 billion in property sales, Belton noted that meaningful engagement with those driving this historic growth is essential. For MERED, brokers are not just intermediaries but long-term partners in building lasting value within the UAE’s resilient residential and investment ecosystem.
Celebrating Excellence: The Winners
The competitive spirit was matched by the prestige of the rewards, which included trophies, cash prizes, and exclusive Pininfarina gift bags.
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Category A: The top spot was claimed by Muhammad Rakeeb Dawood and Ann Marie Ahola of Savills, followed by teams from Dubai Sotheby’s in second and third place.
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Category B: Irina Artemenko and Danil Bobokhanov of Inside Premium Properties LLC took home the gold, with MIO Real Estate and Stage Properties rounding out the winners’ circle.
The MERED Lifestyle: Padel as a Signature
This tournament is a natural extension of MERED’s deep-rooted passion for the sport. In 2025, the brand made history as the first UAE developer to enter the professional padel world through its Iconic Legends and Talent Program, sponsoring global stars like former World No. 1 Maxi Sánchez. This commitment is physically etched into MERED’s DNA, with professional-grade padel courts integrated into every one of its residential projects, catering to the lifestyle demands of Dubai’s ultra-wealthy residents.
