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Revolutionizing Padel one court at a time: Padel Alba

Professional padel is evolving rapidly, with various tours competing for prominence. Premier Padel offers global prestige and top-tier events like the Finals. A1 Padel stands out for its red courts, while Pro Padel League emphasizes team competition. However, the Hexagon Cup, blending star players, iconic owners, and affordability, emerges as…

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A Sporting Rivalry Reborn: Anglo-American Padel Cup Gets Set to Mark the Latest Chapter of the ‘Special Relationship’

The Anglo-American Padel Cup, debuting in May 2025 at Padel Haus Dumbo, revives the long-standing US-UK sporting rivalry on a new padel stage. Co-founders Bill Ullman and Ben Nichols aim to grow the sport and create a social, competitive event connecting enthusiasts from both nations.

4 min

Flight Lieutenant Ben Hanley’s Next Mission: Bringing Padel to the Armed Forces

Ben Hanley is driving efforts to popularize padel within the armed forces. His initiatives include founding Forces Padel, partnering with key figures and events like The Padel School and Hexagon Cup, and establishing international military clubs.

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Playtomic expands into key US padel territories

Playtomic is expanding into the U.S. padel market through partnerships with top-tier clubs in Florida and Texas. This move strengthens its global presence, aiming to enhance player experiences and grow padel communities. Playtomic’s expansion highlights the increasing significance of the U.S. padel market.

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When it was New York’s Time in the Padel Spotlight, it Delivered

The inaugural US Open Padel Championships in New York marked a significant milestone for padel in the United States. Hosted at Padel Haus Dumbo, the event showcased top talent and highlighted New York's potential as a major padel market, setting the stage for the sport's future growth.

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South African Property Giant Balwin Padel goes global

Balwin Padel, a division of Balwin Properties, South Africa's largest sectional title developer, is set to make its international debut by hosting its first global tournament from 29 September to 6 October at the Clubhouse at Parallelweg, Beverwijk, Netherlands.

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Kosovo’s Rapid Rise in the Padel World: A Balkan Trailblazer

In the heart of the Balkans, Kosovo is turning heads—not just for its stunning landscapes or its cultural exports, but for its unexpected rise in the world of padel.

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