The Malang City Government continues to solidify its position as a primary destination for national sports events. This commitment is reflected in its full support for the Padel Connecting Up Muslim East Java Volume 2 tournament, which took place at Padel Garden Malang on Saturday (27/6/2026).
Mayor of Malang, Wahyu Hidayat, emphasized that the presence of various sports tournaments is a crucial pillar in the city's flagship program to host 1,000 events annually. According to him, this strategy is designed to create a multiplier effect that is directly felt by the local community.
The arrival of participants from various regions such as Bogor, Yogyakarta, and Jombang is projected to stimulate the creative economy sector. The athletes and their companions are expected to make a significant contribution to increasing hotel occupancy, the growth of the culinary sector, transportation, and spending on local MSME products of Malang City.
More than just a competition, this tournament is also seen as a strategic momentum to strengthen networks and relationships among Muslim entrepreneurs. The Malang City Government expressed its readiness to keep its doors wide open for event organizers, while providing ease of licensing and facilitation for parties wishing to make Malang a location for regional or national events.
This step is part of the Malang City Government's continuous efforts to build a resilient sport tourism ecosystem. By regularly hosting large-scale events, it is hoped that Malang City's image as a sports event hub will become stronger, while providing a positive impact on regional economic stability and growth in the future.
