PADEL
A rapidly growing sport that combines camaraderie, strategy and adrenaline.
PARIS - PORTE DE VERSAILLES
16, 17 & 18 APRIL 2027
PADEL IN A NUTSHELL
The origins
Padel originated from an ingenious idea in Mexico in 1969. Enrique Corcuera, lacking the space to build a full-size tennis court at home, created a smaller court surrounded by walls so that the balls wouldn’t go astray. Imported to Spain and then to Argentina, the sport took Europe by storm. Today, it has become the fastest-growing racket sport in the world.
Padel: The art of strategy and bouncing
Padel is played exclusively as a doubles game, making it the ultimate social sport. Although far less technically demanding than tennis when you first start out, it nevertheless requires a keen eye for the ball’s trajectory in order to use the glass walls to your advantage. In France, under the auspices of the FFT, padel is enjoying a golden age, with a surge in the number of courts and the organisation of major tournaments such as the Paris Major at the Roland-Garros stadium.
A multifaceted sport
For the public
Instant enjoyment. Padel is great fun and you’ll be enjoying yourself right from the start. It’s a spectacular sport featuring long rallies, offering an intense and rewarding experience for all spectators.
For businesses
Networking through games. The pairs format is ideal for building team spirit and forging professional connections. It’s the perfect tool for dynamic corporate events that are accessible to all staff members.
Inclusion and health
A sport for everyone. Less hard on the joints than other racket sports, padel improves reflexes and cardiovascular fitness. Wheelchair padel is growing rapidly, proving that walls are no barrier.
Padel in a few key figures
Did you know?
Unlike in tennis, a padel ball can touch the ground and then bounce off one or more walls before being hit. This completely changes the dynamics of the rally: in padel, defence is often the best form of attack
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