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First Ever US Open Padel Championships to be staged in New York City

The US Open has long been etched into the annals of sporting history, representing the pinnacle of achievement for countless athletes. This year, padel players will have their opportunity to compete for this prestigious title in the iconic setting of New York City’s Padel Haus Dumbo.

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Adidas to become the new official racket of the Hexagon Cup

The second edition of the tournament, to be held at the Madrid Arena from January 29th to February 2nd, 2025, will see the three-stripe brand introduced as the official racket of the competition.

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Premier Padel Expands to U.S. in 2025 to Boost its Global Presence

Premier Padel announces its expansion to the U.S. in 2025, following a successful first half of 2024 with 14 global tournaments, record attendance, and strategic partnerships. The tour aims to grow padel's popularity in North America and strengthen its global presence with new fan engagement initiatives and official merchandise.

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Sanh Serves Up Singapore’s Padel Revolution

Davy Sanh, a former tennis prodigy, is pioneering padel in Singapore with Pop Padel, set to open in 2024. Inspired by Bali's padel scene, he's building a premier facility and fostering community through Padelistas. His vision includes forming a Singapore Padel Federation and aiming for Olympic recognition.

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A Glance into Iconic Sports Ads and the Future of Padel Marketing

Here, we explore iconic sports commercials, highlighting the power of storytelling in creating cultural moments and building athlete legends. It questions what padel needs—star players and unique, narrative-driven ads—to achieve iconic status in sports advertising.

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The New Padel World: Emerging Markets Ready to Boom

Emerging markets like the U.S., Germany, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa are poised for a padel boom. While challenges like regulations and infrastructure remain, these regions hold immense potential. As padel spreads globally, these areas will play a key role in shaping the sport's future.

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Global Padel Boom: Key Insights from the 2024 Playtomic Report

Padel is taking the world by storm, with Europe at the forefront and over 2,500 new clubs opening in 2023 alone. Despite challenges like regulations and real estate costs, technology and professional leagues are fueling padel’s rise. The sport’s future? It’s just getting started.

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Padel in the City: How Padium has raised the bar for the UK’s padel scene

Houman Ashrafzadeh's Padium redefines the UK padel scene with a premium club in Canary Wharf, tailored to the high standards of local professionals. Offering top-tier facilities, extended hours, and thoughtful amenities, Padium elevates the padel experience, blending sport, comfort, and social interaction for a truly unique venue.

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Bringing Padel Home: Soul Padel’s Mission to Transform Local Communities

Soul Padel aims to transform underused spaces into community padel courts, starting with partnerships with Decathlon in the UK. Their mission is to make padel accessible, fostering community and promoting physical and mental health. With plans for 250 courts in five years, they’re redefining the sport’s presence.

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Erin Purtle is taking the Path less trodden to grow Padel Down Under

Erin brought padel to the Outback, establishing Sol Padel in Albury after living in Spain. Despite challenges, her club has thrived, inspiring others to explore padel in AUS. With hopes for padel's inclusion in the Brisbane 2032 Olympics, Erin navigates the complexities of promoting the sport within Tennis Australia's framework.

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