Objective: The APPT (Asia Pacific Padel Tour) organizes the Asian-Pacific Padel Tour (the “Tour”) consisting of multiple tournaments, with the goal of developing the sport internationally within the Asia-Pacific region.

1. Duration: The agreement starts when accepted and remains valid until the next update.
2. Player’s Obligations:
   • Comply with all APPT and relevant sports association rules.
   • Follow the match schedule, attend matches on time, and respect timelines.
   • Compete with honesty, sportsmanship, and respect for other players and organizers.
   • Assume responsibility for any injuries or damage caused by negligent behavior.
   • Register on the official APPT website and submit partner details for each tournament on time.
   • Abide by national and international anti-doping, integrity, and fair play regulations.
   • Pay the tournament registration fees.
   • Notify APPT of any withdrawals or changes before the registration deadline.
   • If qualified as a Seed, attend clinics and promotional events and accept preferential conditions for future tournaments, including accommodation subsidies.
   • If a player does not collect their prize in person, APPT is not required to send or provide the prize.
3. Withdrawal Policy:
   • Before Registration Deadline: Players who withdraw before the deadline will get a full refund minus a processing fee.
   • After Registration Deadline: No refunds are given for withdrawals after the deadline.
4. APPT’s Obligations:
   • Plan, organize, and promote the Tour professionally.
   • Pay the agreed prize amounts for players who reach specific stages of the tournament.
   • Ensure the proper preparation of tournament facilities and player access during clinics and matches.
   • Appoint an organizing committee to ensure smooth tournament execution.
   • Maintain player safety and comply with relevant laws.
   • Provide each player with at least two matches if they don’t have a wildcard (WC).
   • APPT is not responsible for injuries; players must have their own insurance coverage for medical assistance, disability, and health-related issues.
   • Insurance coverage must meet the tournament duration and cover medical and emergency assistance.
5. Prizes:
   • Players can win economic prizes based on their rankings in the tournament.
   • Players must provide payment details for prize transfers.
   • If a player violates the agreement (e.g., anti-doping), they lose the prize, which will be given to the next pair in the ranking.
   • Prize eligibility is contingent on compliance with tournament rules.
6. Benefits for Top Players:
   • Top 4 ranked pairs male and top 2 ranked pairs female in the professional category will receive free accommodation during tournaments.
   • If any of the top 4 players cannot attend, the benefit will pass to the next eligible pair. 
7. Image Rights:
   • Players grant APPT a non-exclusive, global, irrevocable right to use their image for promotional and event-related purposes.
   • Players waive additional compensation for the use of their image.
8. Confidentiality:
   • Players must maintain strict confidentiality regarding any tournament-related information, including documents, strategies, and any proprietary details accessed during the Tour.
   • Players cannot share, copy, or disclose confidential information without APPT’s written consent.
9. Breach and Penalties:
   • Violations (e.g., missed matches, negative publicity) may lead to termination of participation.
   • Social media posts discrediting APPT may lead to collaboration termination and potential penalties.
10. Termination of Participation:
    • APPT can terminate a player’s participation if they miss scheduled events, breach any tournament obligations, or if there are insufficient player registrations.
    • If any force majeure or unforeseen event occurs, APPT may suspend or terminate participation, notifying players in writing.
    • Players agree not to impede the tournament if APPT fails to meet its obligations or faces financial issues.
11. Sponsors:
    • Sponsor placement is limited to specific spots on clothing (3 on the front, 2 on the back, and 1 on each sleeve).
    • Players must not sign sponsorship deals with brands that could damage APPT’s image.
    • Players must share their personal data with sponsors when required.
12. Suspensive Condition:
    • The tournament is subject to APPT obtaining financing. If APPT fails to secure the necessary funds, the tournaments may not proceed as planned.
13. Data Protection:
    • APPT will act as a data processor, handling players’ personal data according to applicable data protection laws.
    • APPT is responsible for processing personal data only for the purpose of the Tour and will not disclose it to third parties without player consent.
    • Players can exercise their rights (e.g., data access, rectification, erasure) by contacting APPT. APPT is obligated to notify players of any data breaches.
    • Players’ personal data must be returned or deleted after the Tour’s conclusion.
14. Applicable Law and Jurisdiction:
    • This agreement is governed by Spanish law.
    • Any disputes will be resolved under the jurisdiction of the courts in Madrid, Spain, with no alternative jurisdictions considered.