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Amazing History of Padel
Padel History in brief Padel was invented in Acapulco Mexico in 1969. The inventor of Padel, Señor Enrique Corcuera knew how to have fun. He was bored with Tennis &
Why Padel? Padel is good for everyone
Introduction Padel is a fun, social game that anyone can play. There are no barriers to entry and it’s easy to learn. The only thing you need is a racket,
Sneak peak to the future of Padel
Padel’s future in brief Padel is the fastest-growing sport worldwide. The Padel is to become an unofficial exhibition game at the Paris Summer Olympics in 2024. Paris Summer Olympics are
From Acapulco since 1969
Padel is social fun with sweat – making it the fastest-growing sport globally. Start to play Padel with the best equipment on the market. We recommend you El Clásico racket
What Is Padel & Why Is It So Popular?
What is padel? Why is it so popular? In this guide we teach you everything you need to know about the world’s fastest growing sport.
What Makes a Good Padel Ball? Tips to Find the Best
A ball is one of the most important pieces of equipment when it comes to playing padel. Unfortunately, these balls look quite similar to tennis balls, which can be confusing
The Definitive Guide to Padel Rules [in English]
Padel is a doubles-only racket sport that has been rapidly rising in popularity these past few years. Due to its similarities with tennis, it’s not uncommon for beginners to think
What to Look For When Buying a Padel Racket
A padel racket is the most important piece of equipment when it comes to playing the sport of padel. Whether you are a complete amateur or a professional player, you’ll
How to Choose a Padel Club: Features to Look For
If you’ve been playing padel for a while, or simply fell in love with the sport, it’s only natural to consider joining a padel club where you can play on
The World Padel Tour: Past, Present & Future
The World Padel Tour (WPT) is an international padel circuit and tournament that takes place every year. As the biggest padel tournament in the world, it’s a given that padel
Padel Tips, Tricks & Techniques to Improve Your Game
Recognized as the fastest-growing sport in the world, padel is hugely popular with people of all ages and sporting abilities. The fun, relatively simple nature of the game is perfect
Padel Court Guide: Dimensions, Construction, Costs
Whether you’re looking to up your game by practicing at home, or create your own padel club to share your love of the sport, building high quality courts is a
Padel Clothing Guide: Shoes, Shirts & More
Like all other sports, padel requires suitable clothing that can make it easier for you to play the game, whether that is casually or professionally. It is important to know
An In-Depth Comparison of the Different Types of Materials Used in Padel Rackets
“I’ll let my racket do the talking.” John McEnroe Planning to purchase a padel racket? With numerous options to choose from being offered by different manufacturers, finding the right one
5 Must-Know Padel Tips – Win More Matches
If I had eight hours to chop down a tree, I would spend six of the eight sharpening my ax. Abraham Lincoln Tweet With more than 20 million players and
Paddleball vs. Pickleball vs. Padel?
Paddleball vs. Pickleball vs. Padel – What’s the Difference? These days, there are more racket or paddle games than one can count. And while games like tennis, table tennis, and
5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know about Padel Sport
If you love football, our guess is that you can’t resist falling in love with Cristiano Ronaldo. Love baseball? Mike Trout’s the guy. And while these players are loved by
The Padel Market Outlook Europe
Today there are more than 25 million active Padel players in 51 National federations and 300.000 federated players around the world. Padel is played in approximately 100 countries and number
The Rise of Padel Tennis – How is it Already the Fastest-Growing Sport in the World Today?
With padel tennis being one of the fastest-growing sports, let’s take a step back and learn more about it. You heard it right. Padel is one of world’s fastest-growing sports.
Switzerland Padel Market Outlook
Switzerland is currently an underdeveloped Padel market with a high growth potential Swiss Padel market facts in brief There are 39 locations with Padel courts and mostly in Tennis clubs
Padel in brief – what is Padel Tennis?
Padel in brief – read and enjoy! What is Padel, why it’s so much fun and how to play it? Are you planning to try out Padel? Or are you
Italy Padel Market Outlook
How Italian Padel Market looks today and in the future? Italy Padel Market Outlook – March 2023 edition Italian Padel Market in a nutshell – how is Padel in Italy?
Global Padel Market Outlook
– Executive Summary of Playtomic Report The purpose of this writing is to provide a summary of the Global Padel Report by Playtomic and Monitor Deloitte. The original report was
10 Padel Shots Everyone Should Know
The Fast Track to Learning How to Play Though it may seem like a simple game, padel can be surprisingly complex. The rules are straightforward enough, but there are a
How to Choose a Padel Court: Features to look for
What is Padel court? Explanation in brief A Padel court is bought and delivered in three different elements. Additionally, you need to have lighting in the court so no matter
Celebrities playing Padel
Introduction Padel is the fastest growing sport in the world and is known as the best way to stay fit and have fun. It’s played on a court that has
5 Tips to Play Padel for Beginners – Win More Matches
PADEL1969 reveals some shocking data about padel tennis, with a +159% growth of padel courts in Western Europe between 2016 to 2021. Even more, the numbers are increasing faster as
What Makes a Good Padel Racket?
A good padel racket can be identified by various factors, including its design and the material used. You can find plenty of options when selecting the right padel racket shape,
Germany Padel Market Outlook
Why German Padel Market is behind others? Germany Padel Market Outlook The purpose of this article is to help you as a reader to create an overall understanding of the
How is Padel different from Tennis?
Padel looks just like tennis — they both have players, a racket, and a ball. They are played on a court where players score by hitting the ball. But is
Comparison of Padel Balls
Unlike the popular myth, padel balls are not the same as tennis balls. They are smaller and bounce slightly less than tennis balls. The internal pressure level is also different,
Comparison of Pickleball and Padel – What’s the difference?
New to Padel and Pickleball? These racket sports are rapidly growing in popularity all over the world and both haven’t been around for long compared to other established sports. Like
The Importance of Nutrition in Padel
Have you ever heard about the famous saying? ‘You Are What You Eat!’ This concept provokes many emotions while compelling you to take an instant action for your health. Whether
Roger Federer
Introduction Roger Federer is the greatest tennis player of all time. He has won 20 Grand Slam titles in singles, and he has spent 310 weeks as the world No.
The Top 8 Mental Benefits of Padel Sports
A study revealed that during the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a massive upsurge in the percentage of mental health disorders.[1] The estimated global prevalence for these disorders was; Medical professionals
Move Over Golf: Why Padel is the Best for Business?
For decades, business conversations have been held over drinks, meals, and rounds of golf. A stroll around a golf course while warming up a client has appeared in hundreds of
3 Padel Tactics to Dominate Your Game
Wondering How to Dominate Your Padel Game? We’ve Shared Three Easy Tactics to Help You Outsmart Your Opponents If you’re a Padel player, you may often find yourself wondering –
APT Padel Tour – History, Present, and Future!
APT Padel Tour Everyone knows APT was introduced to the world back in 2020. However, it might surprise you that the tour was first launched in 2015 as the “Fabrice
What is a Premier Padel? Sounds like a racket brand, but it’s a tournament.
Premier padel is the new international padel tournament, an important global competition in the padel world. It is governed by the International Padel Federation (FIP) and supported by the Professional
USA Padel Market Outlook
Yes, Padel is also exponentially growing in the United States of America. In the recent two years number of people playing Tennis has also grown which is great and exceptional
World Padel Championships 2022
The finals of the World Padel Championships 2022 will be organized from 31.10. to 05.11.2022 in Dubai. The place for the competitions is at the Dubai Tennis Stadium of the
What is Movember?
Helping men to live Happier, Healthier, and Longer lives! Movember is an annual event to raise awareness of men’s health issues, like cancer and especially prostate cancer and testicular cancer.
Sweden Padel Market Outlook
The 2nd most developed Padel market in the Europe – but what is going on there? Key findings of the Padel market in Sweden – Sweden is the second
Important Vitamins For The Winter Season To Stay Healthy
The time of the year is here when everything is covered with a layer of snow, and you’ll spend more time in the blanket before going to work. When hot
Fernando Belasteguín
The Youngest Padel Player Who became World No. 1 Title – He’s None Other Than Fernando Belasteguín a.k.a. Bela Imagine being 22 years old and winning the Padel World Championship.
The World Padel Championships 2022 – End of an Era?
Padel tennis (pronounced pádel in Spanish) is frequently cited as the fastest growing sport in the world. It’s clearly in ascendancy, with exactly 50 national padel federations now in place according to the
ONE COURT FOR LIFE® by PADEL1969
Choosing a Padel court, especially a premium one, can be challenging. The investment is significant, and uncertainties about payback time and returns may arise. At PADEL1969, we understand your concerns.
The Future of Professional Padel Competitions: Analysis – 2023 a pivotal year
With the groundswell of padel tennis as an amateur sport, it’s interesting to look at the development of the professional sport. It’s reported that there are now over 4 million
Inclusive Padel Tour
IPT is a padel tournament where people with and without disabilities can play and have fun together. Inclusive Padel Tour has a strong vision and mission The vision is to
La Doctora of Padel: Martita Ortega
Envied by many of her contemporaries, dubbed La Doctora of World Padel Tour, Marta Ortega Gallego managed to achieve what most can only dream of. Last Update: October 2024 What
Martín Di Nenno
Last Update: October 2024 Martín Di Nenno, the Phoenix of the Padel Courts 19 years old and high on adrenaline win, full of potential, Martín was struck with tragedy. His
How to Rank with the Best WPT Players: The Story of Ariana Sánchez Fallada
The WPT’s Magic Padel Player Ariana Sánchez Fallada has been one of the most anticipated players on the padel courts for the past few seasons. Ariana has been gunning for
Agustín Tapia – WPT’s Breakout Padel Player
Athlete Agustin Tapia: Who is He? At age 18, Tapia was number one in the Argentinian professional ranking of 2017. At 19, he became the youngest player to win a
Is Marta Marrero Back to Play Padel?
Let us share an amazing story of one of the most successful Padel players – Marta Marrero. She has been a big inspiration for multiple younger Padel players and will
The Truth About Juan Lebron Chincoa
Lebrón inspires everyone in Padel, professionals, amateurs, and fans alike. Everyone admires his relentless sense of commitment to the game. That is why we chose to put the spotlight on
Arturo Coello: Padel’s Number One Player
Similar to how Padel enthusiasts were captivated by Arturo Coello and decided to follow his career, we at PADEL1969 were as well. We share this exposé on his career in
Paula Josemaría, 2023’s number one Padel Player
As faithful followers of Padel’s up-and-coming athletes, over here at PADEL1969, we are also admirers of the best this sport has to offer. Paula Josemaría Martín is one of the
Padel’s Superkid: Franco Stupaczuk
Padel1969 invites you to take a look at our close-up of Franco Stupaczuk’s Padel career. This Padel player seems to always be one step ahead of expectations. If you want
Gemma Triay, More Than a Padel Player
Padel1969 is a fan of athletes who breathe sports like oxygen. You’ve come to the right place if you’re curious about Gemma Triay’s life story, playing style, and accomplishments. We
Alejandro Galán’s Drop in the WPT ranks
Like many, we have been following Galán’s padel tournaments for many years. If you are a fan of his and wish to know more about his accomplishments and life on
Rekindling Alejandra’s Passion
A Resurgence of Strength and Determination It’s important for us here at Padel1969 to give a nod of appreciation to Padel’s legends. Alejandra Salazar is a seasoned Padel player whose
Juan Tello
Juan Tello is one of our highly anticipated athletes at Padel1969. As an Argentinian athlete, his career seems to be very promising, and if, like us, you are interested in
Delfina Brea, Argentina’s Promise
Today we are covering Delfina Brea’s Padel Career. This Player is one of the most promising young Padel players of this decade. Delfina Brea has been under the radar of
Paquito Navarro, Padel’s Fiery Legend
Discover the beginnings of one of the World’s best Padel players with us at Padel1969. Read along to know all about Paquito Navarro, a World Padel Tour professional who is
Padel’s Pearl, Beatriz González
This week’s star is the young Beatriz González, Padel’s most anticipated player. Bea’s story is a tale of success, primarily driven by effort, enthusiasm, and improvement. Who is Padel’s Next
Is Momo González’s Luck Turning Up?
This week in Padel1969, we are interested in athletes who make this sport unpredictable and worth putting all our attention toward. If you are a fan of Momo González or
María Virginia Riera’s Journey to the Top of the WPT Ranks
Padel1969 is honored to share the story of this athlete who pursued her dreams in spite of easier traditional routes and distance. If you are ready to learn more about
Fede Chingotto, a Mouse in Disguise
Federico Chingotto has been on our radar for quite a while, he demonstrates great physical ederico Chingotto has been on our radar for quite a while, he demonstrates great physical
Carlos Daniel Gutiérrez
Sanyo, The Padel Magician of San Luis Gutiérrez ‘s career speaks for itself. The legend needs no introduction, however, if you want to know how he got into this sport
Tamara Icardo
Our latest star athlete is Tamara Icardo. This Padel player has been one to follow. If you want to know more about Tamara, read along with us as we will
Aranzazu Osoro Ulrich, Padel’s Viking
Today’s Padel star is Aranzazu Osoro. An Argentinian Padel Viking who is known for her great athleticism. If you want to know more about this professional Padel player, then please
The Meteoric Career of Alejandro Ruiz Granados
Let’s take a deep dive to a Padel star, amazing Alejandro Ruiz, also known as the ‘Captain America’ of Padel Tennis. If you are interested in this Padel icon and
Sofía Araújo
This week’s star pick is Sofía Araújo, Portugal’s pride. This week’s Padel Player is one that has been under everyone’s radar since her introduction to the WPT circuit, a ferocious
Global Padel Report 2023 – Key Takeaways
We are glad to summarize key takeways in format of executive summary of Global Padel Report 2023 by Deloitte and Playtomic. It is certain about the fact that Padel has
WPT’s Speedy Gonzalez Jon Sanz
Today’s Padel Star is none other than Jon Sanz, the Spanish Navarrese player taking the WPT courts by storm. We are honored to present a brief article about his Padel
María Pilar Sánchez Alayeto Will Never Give up
The latest professional athlete is ½ of a twin pair. Mapi is an incredible athlete who has occupied the top charts for her great plays and tight games. Thanks to
Padel is Officially Olympic Sport in the Future
Olympic Games are in the horizon of Padel, but when? Padel is globally growing rapidly and it is coming even more professional and wider platform for business and sponsoring. Padel
Claudia Jensen Sirvent Will Take Padel by Storm
This article’s Padel star is the upcoming Claudia Jensen. This Padel Player has been on everyone’s top player list. Choosing her as our subject of interest will not stop with
Is it a Machine Gun or Javi Garrido?
This week’s star is Javier Garrido Gomez. As you know, at PADEL1969, we love shooting stars. Javi Garrido continues to be talked about among the most promising stars of this
Verónica Virseda Spain’s Fiery Backhand
PADEL1969 presents Verónica Virseda, a champion Spanish Padel player. Verónica is an example of perseverance, she fought against adversity but kept on standing up valiant on her two feet. If
Victoria Iglesias’ Two-Handed Backhand
The Padel player of this week is the incredible Victoria Iglesias. Iglesias is a player who never expected to become a professional padel player. She never thought she would be
All Bets on Miguel Yanguas
One of the star players in professional padel world is the young Miguel Yanguas. Consolidating himself among the best rackets on the planet after 2023, Yanguas stands out for his
Patty Llaguno, The First Player to Win a WPT Tournament
Patty Llaguno is one of the legends! Patty Llaguno has one of the most fascinating tales. She has been a constant in Padel tournaments. If you want to know more
Coki Nieto’s Steady Game for a Steady Climb
If you have been minimally interested in Padel, you would have heard of Coki Nieto. This professional Padel Player is becoming a household name among the new generation of young
GOLDEN POINT vs. ADVANTAGE SYSTEM
In Padel, both the advantage system and golden point are scoring mechanisms used to determine the winner of a game when the score reaches deuce (40-40). However, there are some
DREAM BIG – PLAY PADEL.
Embracing big dreams is crucial as they serve as the catalysts that propel individuals to break barriers, conquer challenges, and unleash the extraordinary within, empowering them to reach unprecedented heights
Padel Set for Global Domination Through the Collaboration of Premier Padel and Red Bull
Red Bull Deal and World Padel Tour Acquisition Position Padel for Mainstream Breakthrough Strap on your wristbands and get ready to smash. The fledgling sport you love got acquired by
How Jessica Castello Found Her True Calling in Padel
Jessica Castello has been an inspiration for many young women and girls in Padel. If you are interested in learning more about her career and how she came up with
Gonzalo Rubio’s Lucky 3rd Decade
Welcome back to PADEL1969. This week’s Padel player has been biding his time and playing in the shadows during his young years. It was not until his third decade that
Leo Augsburger and Argentina’s Future in Padel
Welcome back to PADEL1969’s Padel player exposé. This week’s star is a young Argentinian player. Leo Augsburger was a young promise two years ago, last year he showed his mettle
What Padel Level am I?
Accurately assessing your Padel skill level will help you position yourself better and start your journey of leveling up. This comprehensive guide provides expert insights and practical tips to help
The Most Asked Questions About Padel in 2024
Padel is the fastest-growing sport in the world. Almost 30 million active players play Padel in over 130 countries. It’s worthwhile to ask the following 10 key questions about Padel:
Padel X Cements Itself as Finland’s Padel Powerhouse
Padel X, a Finnish company, has become the dominant padel provider in Finland through strategic acquisitions like Billebeino Padel Vallila and facility expansions, capitalizing on the sport’s booming popularity. Padel
The Rise of Padel in Barcelona
Recently, Padel has taken Barcelona by storm. It has witnessed an extraordinary surge in popularity, turning Barcelona into a mecca of Padel. Barcelona’s residents are captivated by Padel, and so
UPT: Did We Need another Spanish Padel Tour?
The Ultimate Padel Tour is an innovative circuit looking to fill the void in the Spanish market. Read more below. What is the Ultimate Padel Tour? The Ultimate Padel Tour
Soul Padel launches summer padel festival in partnership with Decathlon UK
UK-based padel operator Soul Padel has announced an exciting partnership with global sports brand Decathlon. It is a major agreement for Soul Padel, which will see it host its first ‘summer padel festival’
Padel Statistics of 2024
2024’s World Padel Report by the International Padel Federation’s Research & Data Analysis Department is the most important document to come out about Padel this year. The data collection was
You Don’t Want to Miss UK’s Summer Padel Festival
The Padel fever is rising in the UK this summer with an exciting new collaboration between rising Padel club operator Soul Padel, sports retail giant Decathlon, and leading court provider
Padel Vs. Pickleball’s Lucrative Prospects
Padel and pickleball are gaining momentum rapidly. While tennis remains the crown jewel of racket sports, these emerging sports carved out their respective niches, flourishing and growing toward igniting a
Importance of Warming Up before a Padel match
Warming up before a Padel match is crucial for five reasons. 1. Injury Prevention A proper warm-up increases blood flow to muscles, enhancing flexibility and reducing the risk of strains
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