A joint initiative by the Holzem family and numerous supporters benefits Kinderherzen e.V., with REMA TIP TOP serving as one of the main sponsors.
Poing/Bonn, 11th November 2026 – The Padel4Kids charity tournament raised more than 30,000 euros to support children with heart conditions and their families. The event was organized by Verona Holzem together with her brothers Sandro and Juliano, who compete as racing drivers in the ADAC GT Masters. Alongside REMA TIP TOP, Cologne Watch and OMO Sports were among the main sponsors. All proceeds will benefit Kinderherzen e.V.
36 teams competed for a good cause, bringing together personalities from sports, motorsports, media, and social media. Team Amigo, featuring Manuel Much and Björn Becker, claimed the title, defeating Team MMA with MMA fighter Christian Eckerlin and Oliver Tokic in the final.
The initiative has a deeply personal background: Verona's young son has a heart condition himself. Through their own experience, the family understands the challenges involved and the importance of support and solidarity in such situations. With Padel4Kids, they aim to make a meaningful contribution to children affected by heart conditions and their families.
Taking Responsibility Together
REMA TIP TOP sponsors Sandro and Juliano Holzem in the ADAC GT Masters. By supporting Padel4Kids, the company is participating in a charity event for the first time, expanding its commitment to include a social initiative.
"With Padel4Kids, we are supporting an initiative driven by personal commitment that provides tangible help to affected families. Being able to contribute to this cause together with the Holzem family is an important part of our social responsibility," explains Michael Lorig, CEO of REMA TIP TOP AG.
The funds raised will support the work of Kinderherzen e.V., an organization dedicated to improving medical care for children with heart conditions. Jörg Gattenlöhner, Managing Director of Kinderherzen e.V., also emphasizes the importance of initiatives like this:
"A heartfelt thank you to the Holzem family, REMA TIP TOP, and everyone who supported children with heart conditions through this tournament. What many people don't know is that one in every 100 children worldwide is born with a heart defect. This makes it all the more important to ensure that these children and their families receive the attention and support they deserve. With its many prominent guests, this tournament has made a valuable contribution, and I was personally deeply moved by the overwhelming willingness to help."
For more information, visit www.padel4kids.de.
About kinderherzen
For more than 36 years, kinderherzen has been dedicated to providing the best possible medical care for children with heart conditions in Germany and around the world. The organization supports research into pediatric heart conditions, provides access to treatment, offers information and guidance to families, and supports medical professionals through training and continuing education. It also carries out life-saving medical missions in regions facing healthcare emergencies. The organization's work is funded entirely through donations.
For more information https://www.kinderherzen.de/ueber-uns/
Donation Account
kinderherzen Stiftung Bonn
Commerzbank Bonn
IBAN: DE15 3804 0007 0306 3062 01
