Global padel racquet market forecast to reach $265.68 million by 2030
A new report projects annual growth of 12.65% over the next six years, as established players like Head and Wilson compete with newer entrants such as Nox and Bullpadel.
Mark Hewlett interview: Soul Padel founder targets opening of 250 courts in UK by 2032
Long-term vision: With its first site open in the north west of England, Soul Padel is aiming to offer an affordable and community-driven option for players across the country.
Gothenburg club Time 4 Padel set to close in further blow to industry in Sweden
The club, which has 19 courts, is reportedly due to shut down at the end of the year and comes as the impact of the rapid overexpansion of padel in Sweden continues to play out.
Tim Bainton interview: Epic Padel COO on plans to open 100 new padel courts across North America by end of 2025
Leading player: Epic Padel is aiming to be the largest padel operator in North America as well as continuing to be a key investor in the padel ecosystem.
Sara Essa interview: Founder of Dubai padel community plans to open new site amid growth of sport in UAE
Long-term vision: Padel Collective has grown to over 2,000 players in two years and is looking to set up its own new facility as the UAE market evolves.
Formula 1 driver Pierre Gasly and FC Lorient president Loïc Féry to lead new Hexagon Cup team
The French pair are the latest to invest in padel from other sports and join Hexagon Cup team owners such as Robert Lewandowski, Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal.
🎾 PBM Monthly: The Broadcasting and Media Rights Issue
In-depth report: Padel faces calls for change as it targets mainstream global TV audience | Saidja Drentje: Finding solutions to padel’s broadcasting paradox
VVV Sports plans £5m raise to boost US padel market push
UK publicly listed business focused on emerging racquet sports is seeking a dual listing on Nasdaq as it plans a major expansion into the US padel market.
Playtomic report highlights real estate, wellness and global investment shifts
2026 Playtomic Global Padel Report finds padel is evolving beyond the court into a global investment category, with the UK emerging as Europe's most in-demand market and clubs transforming into holistic wellness destinations.
In-depth report: Padel event strategies evolve amid growing appeal for players and operators | Andrew Herring: Lessons from the front lines of US padel tournaments
