Weekly News Roundup: Padel’s Global Surge, Elite Tournaments, and PUSC Opening
Dive into this week's highlights featuring major tournaments, Padel insights, and the most awaited opening of Padel United Sports Club
Top level Padel event to be hosted in Dubai as part of 25-Tournament Season
Top level padel will return to Dubai with the Dubai Premier Padel P1 event, part of a 25-tournament season spanning 18 countries. Held at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, the event will feature 256 players competing for a prize pool of €470,000. The event is organized by Dubai-based Gallop Global and is backed by UAE's leadership, showcasing Dubai's commitment to becoming a global hub for sports.
Where to play Padel in Dubai: Courts you can book all around the City
Padel enthusiasts in Dubai have numerous options to play across the city. From Central Padel Dubai's seven courts to the luxurious offerings at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, players can enjoy various facilities tailored to different preferences and budgets. Many venues offer additional amenities such as coaching, dining deals, and pool access.
- Read more on Time Out Dubai.
Dublin welcomes its first indoor Padel club ‘House of Padel’
Ireland's first indoor padel club, House of Padel, has opened in Dublin. The club offers four indoor courts, a state-of-the-art sauna, ice bath plunge pools, and a health food bar. Founder and CEO Will McGlade aims to foster a sense of community and personal growth through the sport. The facility is open to members and non-members alike, providing flexible options for all padel enthusiasts.
What is behind rise of the sport that Novak Djokovic fears could be the death of tennis?
As padel grows rapidly with around 25 million players globally, tennis star Novak Djokovic expresses concern that club tennis is endangered by the rise of padel. He highlights the sport’s accessibility and affordability, which makes it an attractive option for club owners. Padel, played on a smaller court with back walls, is expanding quickly in the UK, with a 600% rise in clubs last year.
During a tournament in Malaga, Coello wins an unbelievable point and nearly hits Tapia in the face
In a thrilling moment at a tournament in Malaga, top-seeded pair Coello and Tapia showcased their synergy and skill. During their match against Luque and Dominguez, Coello won an unbelievable point, narrowly missing hitting his partner Tapia in the face. The duo's performance underscores their dominance and coordination on the court.
Padel United Sports Club Grand Opening: Book using Matchi Now!
Padel United Sports Club officially opened on July 12 at 160 Broadway, Cresskill, New Jersey, offering a luxurious “racquet and wellness oasis.” Co-founder Benji Markoff emphasizes the club's focus on community and transformative customer service. The facility boasts seven state-of-the-art indoor courts from Padel Galis, expert instructors, group classes, clinics, and a pro shop. Wellness amenities include a steam room, cold plunge, infrared sauna, hot tub, indoor pool, and cryo- and massage-therapy. Download MATCHi to get started and book courts, lessons, clinics, events, and classes.
Video of the Week
Check out this highlight reel from Day 7 of Premier Padel Andalucía Málaga P1!
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