Welcome to our weekly padel news roundup! Whether you’re a competitive player, an enthusiastic fan, or just getting into the sport, we’ve got you covered with the latest updates from the world of padel. Let’s dive into this week’s biggest headlines.
Headlines
🏆 Premier Padel Faces Player Boycott in Gijón
The Premier Padel P2 tournament in Gijón (Feb 24 – Mar 2) is under pressure as the top 100 male players have officially boycotted the event. The dispute revolves around reduced draw sizes and lower prize money, which have left many players frustrated. The women’s event remains unaffected, with top female players set to compete as scheduled.
🚨 What’s Next? The boycott raises questions about Premier Padel’s future and how they will address player concerns. Fans can still expect exciting matches from the women’s draw, but the men’s competition remains uncertain.
👉 Do you think the players made the right call? Let us know in the comments!
🔥 David Lloyd Leisure Reports 33% Growth Thanks to Padel
Padel’s explosive growth continues, and David Lloyd Leisure, one of Europe’s biggest health club chains, is proof! They’ve reported a 33% increase in profits after expanding their padel and pickleball courts across multiple locations. Memberships have soared to 785,000, and 2025 will see even more padel courts opening in their clubs.
💡 What This Means: Padel is no longer a niche sport—it’s becoming a mainstream fitness trend, drawing more players and investments worldwide.
🌍 Premier Padel & Hexagon Cup Join Forces to Grow the Sport Globally
In a major move for padel’s future, Premier Padel, Hexagon Cup, and the International Padel Federation (FIP) have announced a strategic partnership. Their goal? To bring more professional events to different continents and push for padel’s inclusion in the Olympics.
📆 One of their first steps is launching the FIP Intercontinental Cup in Europe this summer. Premier Padel will provide support, boosting padel’s reach beyond traditional strongholds like Spain and Argentina.
🎯 What’s Next: With backing from major organizations, could we see padel in the Olympics by 2032?
🤯 Cristiano Ronaldo Chooses Padel Over Football (Well, Sort of…)
Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo made headlines this week—not for his footwork, but for his commentary skills at a padel tournament in Riyadh! The star skipped Al-Nassr’s AFC Champions League match to be part of the event, sparking speculation about his growing interest in padel.
⚽ Could Ronaldo invest in padel or even compete in an exhibition match in the future? Stay tuned!
🎾 Sydney Plans New Outdoor Padel Complex
Australia’s padel scene is heating up! The Castle Hill Racquet Club in Sydney has submitted plans for a brand-new outdoor padel facility. If approved, it will feature six padel courts, a reception area, and clubhouse facilities, making it one of the best padel venues in the region.
🇦🇺 Why It Matters: Padel is still relatively new in Australia, but with growing interest, more facilities are expected to pop up across the country.
🚨 Controversy in Edinburgh: Giant Padel Dome Faces Resident Backlash
Not all padel expansion comes without challenges. In Edinburgh, Scotland, a newly installed inflatable dome over two tennis courts has sparked controversy. Some locals call it an eyesore and say the electric fans keeping it inflated cause too much noise.
🏗️ While city officials initially rejected the project, the Scottish government overruled them, citing public benefits. But with locals pushing back hard, the battle is far from over.
📅 Upcoming Events to Watch
📌 World Padel Tour Finals: Scheduled for December 8-14, 2025, at Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona, Spain.
📌 Hexagon Cup Finals: Held from January 29 to February 2, 2025, at the Madrid Arena in Madrid, Spain.
📌 Premier Padel Gijón: Set for February 24 to March 2, 2025, at the Palacio de los Deportes de la Guía in Gijón, Spain.
Please note that the Premier Padel Gijón tournament is currently facing challenges due to a boycott by top male players, which may impact the event’s proceedings.
💬 Which event are you most excited for? Drop a comment below!
💬 What Do You Think? Join the Conversation!
That’s a wrap for this week’s padel news! Which story surprised you the most? What are your thoughts on the Premier Padel boycott or Ronaldo’s growing interest in padel?
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