Premier Padel establishes two committees to strengthen governance and global expansion
Premier Padel, the official global professional padel tour, announced on Wednesday the establishment of two new advisory and consultative committees for the men’s and women’s tours.
The move is set to platform the voice of stakeholders, enhance governance, strengthen collaboration, and progress the next phase of global growth in the sport, reports Sports News Blitz’s Shameeka Voyiya.
Padel news: From one couple’s pastime to global sensation – A look at the history and future of padel
What started out as a couple’s pastime activity in the luxurious Las Brisas suburb of Acapulco, Mexico, has become a global sensation with over 30 million players worldwide.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Vanely Barumire digs into the exciting world of padel.
Padel explainer: How to play the sport and rules of the court
What happens when you combine a green neon ball, a racket and an enclosed court with metal mesh walls? You get the fastest growing sport on the planet - padel.
Viewed as the more accessible cousin to tennis, padel has soared in popularity in recent years.
In the UK alone, LTA Padel reported that over 400,000 adults and juniors played the sport at least once last year.
But for all the other millions who haven’t caught on to the trend, Sports News Blitz writer Vanely Barumire goes through all the rules you need to know…
BERO Padel Classic: Glitzy Tom Holland–led event showcases new sport looking to rival Wimbledon
The recent BERO Padel Classic brought more celebrity buzz to the sport of padel as Spider-Man star Tom Holland staged an event that might just be Wimbledon’s newest rival.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.
Padel news: Lionel Messi and Stormzy among stars who have invested in fast-growing sport
Padel has exploded in popularity in the past few years, with celebrities, sport stars and influencers taking part in one form or another.
With about 30 million players in 130 countries and an estimated market value of $870 million by 2033, the racket sport is showing impressive economic potential for investors.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya highlights four notable figures who have caught the padel bug.