Weekly News Roundup: Padel's Expansion, Star Partnerships, and New Facilities

Dive into the latest Padel news, featuring global tournaments, star partnerships, and new club openings.

Padel Gains Traction in Asia

Padel is gaining global attention due to competitions like the Pro Padel League and Asia Pacific Padel Tour (APPT), which promote the sport. The APPT has over 800 players from 70 nationalities, reaching countries like South Korea, Australia, and India by 2025. This surge in popularity is helping to establish Padel as a worldwide phenomenon, particularly in regions like Asia and the United States. The success of these tournaments is attracting new players and increasing the sport's visibility.

- Read more about the Asia Pacific Padel Tour here

Martin Di Nenno and Juan Lebron Team Up

Padel y Cervecitas dropped a last-minute shock in the world of professional Padel by announcing that Martin Di Nenno and Juan Lebron will be joining forces for a new project starting in the 2024 season. After splitting with Ale Galan, Juan Lebron, known as the “wolf,” decided to play with Paquito Navarro. However, he has now opted to team up with Martin Di Nenno, one of the most dependable players on the circuit. Their first competition is set for the Finland P2 from July 27 to August 4.

- Find out more about this new partnership here

Cristiano Ronaldo Shows Off His Padel Skills

A vintage video of Cristiano Ronaldo playing Padel has resurfaced, showcasing the football legend's enthusiasm and skills in the sport. Ronaldo has been actively promoting Padel since June 2023 and is ahead of many in the sport's development. The video features a promotional event for Ronaldo’s project to construct 17 Padel courts, highlighting his commitment to the sport's growth.

- Watch Cristiano Ronaldo play Padel here

An Introduction to Padel for Beginners

Ewan provides a comprehensive introduction to Padel for beginners, covering the fundamentals like serving, scoring, and rules. He advises novices to focus on getting to the net position and making simple strokes. The video also highlights the importance of the bandeja shot for maintaining net position and suggests resources for racket reviews. Ewan encourages viewers to engage with the content and improve their skills through practice and learning.

- Learn more about playing Padel here

Canada’s Largest Indoor Pickleball and Padel Club Opens

Blue Zone Courts, Canada’s largest dedicated indoor pickleball and Padel club, is set to open in Burlington this fall. The club will feature 8 pickleball and 2 Padel courts, catering to both beginners and seasoned players. Co-founders Joyce Telmo-Kanti and Jesko Frommeyer aim to provide a top destination for these sports, fostering a vibrant and inclusive community. The club will offer professional coaching, competitive leagues, and various social events to enhance the overall experience.

- Read about Blue Zone Courts' grand opening here

Video of the Week

Check out this highlight reel from Day 7 of the BNL Italy Major Premier Padel!

That's all for this week! Head over to Padel Mecca for all your padel essentials and stay tuned for more exciting updates. See you on the courts!