Weekly News Roundup: Kickstart 2026
Start the Year Right With Padel
2026 opens with Padel firmly in growth mode. From elite competition and new leagues to lifestyle-driven clubs and rising global participation, the sport enters the year with momentum, structure, and visibility that signal its strongest chapter yet.
Here are the stories below.
Six reasons Padel belongs on your 2026 resolutions
Padel continues its rise as both a participatory sport and a spectator product. With elite competition broadcast globally, international tournaments expanding, and accessibility driving grassroots growth, 2026 presents a clear entry point for newcomers looking to play, watch, and engage.
- Read more on Sports News Blitz
Why Padel is more than the next pickleball
Padel United founder Jon Krieger explains why padel blends athletic intensity, community, and scalable business opportunity. Backed by growing health research and explosive global club expansion, padel is positioning itself as a long-term sport ecosystem, not a passing trend.
- Read more on The Manual
Ace Padel chooses Miami for U.S. debut
Ace Padel will open its first U.S. club in Coconut Grove in 2026, bringing design-led courts and hospitality-focused amenities to Miami. The move signals confidence in South Florida as a launchpad for premium padel experiences nationwide.
- Read more on Miami New Times
Pakistan launches its Premier Padel League
Pakistan’s Premier Padel League debuts January 2026 with a PKR 30 million prize pool. Spanning three major cities and six franchises, the league aims to professionalize the sport locally while connecting Pakistani players to regional and international competition.
- Read more on Tennis Tonic
Arturo Coello reflects on winning the 2025 Finals
World number one Arturo Coello offers a behind-the-scenes look at the 2025 Premier Padel Finals in Barcelona. The video captures the pressure, preparation, and mindset required to compete at the top level, even after securing the season’s biggest milestones.
- Read more on Premier Padel
Highlights
Check out these highlights from Finals Barcelona!
As 2026 begins, Padel’s trajectory is clear. Competitive depth, global expansion, and cultural relevance continue to align. Padel Mecca will be tracking the stories, leagues, and players shaping the year ahead as the sport moves into its next phase.