Weekly News Roundup: First Month Down!
January ends on a high note!
January closes with Padel showing clear traction across media, club development, and investment activity, offering a positive outlook for the year ahead as the sport continues to take shape.
Here are the stories.
CANAL+ Secures Multi-Year Premier Padel Broadcast Deal
CANAL+ has signed a multi-year agreement to broadcast the Premier Padel Tour, starting with the Paris Major at Roland-Garros. The deal strengthens padel’s television exposure as Premier Padel expands its calendar and increases broadcast reach across international markets this season.
- Read more on Inside the Games
Blokotech and SiGMA Launch Global Padel Tour
Blokotech has launched the Blokotech Padel Tour with SiGMA, combining competitive padel and iGaming networking. The four-stop 2026 circuit spans Buenos Aires, Malta, Miami, and Rome, ending with a ranking-based Grand Finale during SiGMA World.
Wilson and Playtomic Team Up to Grow Padel Participation
Wilson and Playtomic have partnered to expand padel participation through events, insights, and tailored experiences. The collaboration combines Wilson’s product development expertise with Playtomic’s network of 4,800 clubs across 49 countries worldwide.
- Read more on Inside the Games
Padel39 Acquires Dallas Padel Club in Carrollton
Padel39 has acquired the Dallas Padel Club site in Carrollton, marking its first public US acquisition. The redeveloped venue will feature ten courts, hospitality offerings, and wellness amenities as Padel39 targets 12 to 15 Texas locations by 2028.
- Read more on Star Local Media
Report Forecasts Strong Growth for Padel Court Operators
A new study from Coherent Market Insights projects sustained growth for padel court operators between 2026 and 2033. Rising participation, scalable club models, and technology adoption are expected to drive expansion opportunities for operators, investors, and developers across multiple regions.
Highlights
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With January wrapped, the direction is hard to miss. Media deals, new circuits, and club expansion signal a healthy start to the year. Padel Mecca will keep following how the sport develops from here.
See you next week!
I hope Playtomic and Wilson manage to reach their objectives. It will be interesting to see what they can come up with.