This week, all eyes turn to New York as the Pro Padel League gears up for its highly anticipated finals. From major investments and international triumphs to debates over court conversions, there’s plenty to unpack in this edition of Padel Mecca’s Weekly News Roundup.
How Padel Took Over the World
Born from a backyard innovation in Mexico, padel has evolved into a global sporting phenomenon with more than 30 million players across 150 countries. With compact courts, glass walls, and fast-paced doubles play, it continues to lure both tennis converts and newcomers. In Britain alone, 1,500 courts have emerged since the pandemic, putting padel on track to surpass tennis in participation—mirroring its dominance in Spain.
- Read more on The Week
Tennis Stars Push Back on Court Conversions in Glasgow
In Glasgow, tennis elites Jack Draper and Jacob Fearnley have joined Tennis Scotland in protesting the conversion of two indoor tennis courts at Scotstoun Leisure Centre into padel courts. They argue the change could hinder player development and threaten Scotland’s ATP and ITF events. Tennis Scotland proposed an alternative: an interest-free loan to build a new four-court padel facility while preserving all eight tennis courts.
- Read more on BBC News
Oakley Capital Invests in NOX for Global Padel Growth
Investor confidence in padel remains strong as Oakley Capital acquires a majority stake in NOX, the Spanish padel brand known for its high-performance rackets. Partnering with founder Jesús Ballvé and GPF Partners, Oakley aims to accelerate NOX’s global reach. The £9 million investment underscores the growing appeal of padel in the sports and lifestyle sector as brands vie for position in the booming market.
- Read more on USA Herald
Team USA Triumphs at the Anglo American Padel Cup
Padel’s international stage expanded further as Team USA defeated Great Britain 53–43 at the first Anglo American Padel Cup in London. Across 48 matches in men’s, women’s, and mixed divisions, the U.S. secured victory in the penultimate clash. The event, founded by Ben Nichols of Padel 22, highlights the UK’s rapid growth—over 400,000 players and nearly 900 courts now active nationwide.
- Read more on Sport Industry
Pro Padel League Finals Land in New York
The Pro Padel League 2025 Finals take center stage at New York’s Hammerstein Ballroom from October 16–19, marking the first U.S.-hosted finale of the season. Eight franchises—including Flowrida GOATS, San Diego Stingrays, and New York Atlantics—will battle it out, led by world stars Agustín Tapia, Fede Chingotto, Gemma Triay, and Ari Sánchez. With its blend of elite competition and entertainment, the PPL Finals reaffirm padel’s growing foothold in North America.
- Read more on Padel Addict
Highlights
Check out these highlights from PPL Finals(SEMI-FINAL)
As New York readies for the PPL Finals, one thing is clear—Padel is no longer chasing recognition; it’s defining it. The glass walls that once confined the game now reflect its rise, a mirror of global energy, ambition, and play.
The question now is—are you ready for what’s coming next week?