Weekly News Roundup: Fast Facts, Big Deals, and A Global Platform Launch
Take a look at this week's pulse!
From global participation milestones to a renewed court deal at the top level, this week’s stories show padel scaling with purpose. The U.S. sharpens its strategy with seasoned leadership, India joins the action with league momentum, and a new platform changes how players connect with clubs. Here’s what’s making waves.
Padel’s Global Rise: 5 Facts Behind the Boom
Padel has officially broken out of its Spanish-Argentinian roots and is now a worldwide phenomenon. From fewer than 8 million players in 2018 to over 30 million today, growth has been staggering. Court construction is keeping pace, with a new padel club opening every 2.5 minutes globally. India is emerging as a serious player, with franchises and international tournaments now part of the landscape. This isn’t just hype anymore — it’s a movement.
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FIP and MejorSet Extend Partnership Through 2026
MejorSet will continue as the official court supplier for the International Padel Federation (FIP) through the 2025 and 2026 seasons. This renewal solidifies MejorSet’s position as the standard in high-performance padel court manufacturing, with a custom court model designed in the FIP’s official colors. The partnership ensures that FIP events, including the World Championships and the Premier Padel Tour, maintain elite playing conditions.
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PPL COO Brian Flinn Is Betting Big on Padel in the U.S.
With decades of experience from the NBA and WWE, Brian Flinn is now leading the Pro Padel League’s charge in North America. His vision? Turn padel into a lifestyle brand with deep cultural relevance. Under his leadership, the league is expanding its footprint across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico — with televised matches in over 100 countries and new events like the PPL City’s Cup. Flinn is not just selling a sport; he’s building a movement.
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World Padel Network Launches Club Discovery Platform
Choosing where to play just got a lot easier. The new World Padel Network (WPN) has launched a global platform that helps players find and review clubs across 30+ countries. The platform includes verified WPN Ratings, multilingual support, and deep filtering options for amenities, pricing, and more. For clubs, becoming a “Founding Club” means greater visibility and tools to attract new players.
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Choosing the Right Racket Isn’t Just About Looks
A new guide breaks down the essential factors in selecting your padel racket in 2025 — and it’s more complex than picking the coolest design. From understanding balance and weight distribution to choosing the right core materials and surface textures, the video highlights how equipment can influence both performance and injury risk. It ends with a clear message: don’t just follow specs, follow feel.
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Highlight
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This week at Padel Mecca, expansion met execution — and the global game got sharper.
From 30 million players worldwide to fresh leadership in the U.S. and India’s rising league scene, padel isn’t slowing down. Add a game-changing club platform and smarter gear choices, and the sport’s evolution is showing no signs of stopping.
🔥 Who’s keeping up?