Padel club boom sees 3,200 venues built in 2024 as global popularity accelerates
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Padel has witnessed unprecedented growth, with over 3,200 new clubs established and 7,000 courts built worldwide in 2024 alone, signaling its status as a leading sport. Dominated by Europe, padel is also gaining traction in North America, Asia, and the Middle East, coinciding with its bid for Olympic inclusion in the 2032 Brisbane Games. Unique international competitions are emerging, particularly in the UK where participation has skyrocketed. With a 92% retention rate among new players, padel is carving a significant niche in the sporting landscape, driven by community outreach and social initiatives.
Padel has finally joined the top table of the world's sporting elite with new clubs opening every two and a half hours worldwide, indicating its explosive growth.
The report demonstrates padel's appeal as a sport capable of drawing back 92 percent of new players, suggesting widespread acceptance and interest.
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