This week, Padel Mecca spotlights ambitious developments redefining where and how padel is played — from record-breaking facilities and 24-hour complexes to innovative upgrades and high-stakes professional action.
World’s Largest Indoor Padel Facility Opens in Palm Beach County
South Florida has become home to the world’s largest indoor padel facility with the launch of Xcel Padel in Westlake. The 10-court complex, complete with a wellness room and modern amenities, represents a milestone for American padel. President Kyle LaCroix, who discovered the sport through his tennis roots, said the project stemmed from pure passion and a vision to grow the game locally. Built in just over a year, Xcel Padel has already hosted its first tournament — setting the tone for the sport’s next chapter in the U.S.
- Read more on WPTV
Indoor Tennis Clubs to Get 2026 Upgrade: Padel Meets RedClay® Tennis
In a groundbreaking partnership, RedClay USA and LUMEN.us announced a nationwide 2026 strategy to modernize indoor tennis clubs by adding padel courts and RedClay Elegante™ tennis courts. This turnkey conversion offers club owners a chance to revitalize outdated facilities with minimal downtime, bringing European-bred racquet sports together under one roof. The collaboration promises to enhance member engagement and reshape indoor racquet experiences across the U.S.
- Read more on Fox40
24-Hour Padel Complex to Open in Lancashire, UK
Blackburn is preparing to welcome a round-the-clock padel and leisure hub, as Nexo Padel secures approval to convert a 1980s warehouse into an eight-court facility. Complete with a café, prayer room, and EV-equipped parking, the project emphasizes accessibility and community integration. Operating on a pre-booked model to prevent overcrowding, the new venue illustrates how padel continues to evolve into a social, lifestyle-driven sport across the UK.
- Read more on LancsLive
Fans Can Now Bet on Pro Padel League Matches in NYC
The Pro Padel League (PPL) has entered the prediction-market era through a new partnership with Kalshi, the first U.S. federally regulated platform of its kind. Announced ahead of the City’s Cup Final at New York’s Hammerstein Ballroom, the collaboration allows fans to wager on match outcomes directly through Kalshi’s interface. Beyond the excitement, this move signals a growing trend in digital fan engagement, integrating finance, technology, and sport in a new, interactive way.
- Read more on Ticket News
Chingotto and Galán Triumph in Milan; Josemaría and Sánchez Return to Form
At the Oysho Milano Premier Padel P1, Fede Chingotto and Ale Galán delivered a remarkable comeback to hand Coello and Tapia their first-ever 6-0 defeat in Premier Padel history. The win marked their fourth Italian title, reinforcing Italy as their lucky ground. In the women’s draw, Paula Josemaría and Ari Sánchez ended a three-month drought with a confident straight-sets victory, reclaiming their rhythm and chemistry ahead of the next tour stops in Spain and Egypt.
- Read more on Padel FIP
Highlights
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From record-breaking facilities in the U.S. to 24-hour clubs in the UK and standout performances on the world stage, padel continues to push boundaries. The sport is growing not only in scale but in creativity, driven by those who build, innovate, and believe in its promise.
Please stay tuned with Padel Mecca as this global movement continues to unfold.