Wimbledon this year will not showcase padel, a rapidly growing sport that combines elements of tennis and squash. Despite its significant rise in popularity, tennis has largely ignored padel, with critics like Novak Djokovic fearing that this trend could endanger traditional tennis due to venue conversions. The sport's appeal is seen in its accessibility, drawing in both seasoned athletes and new players, with recent data showing a tripling in participation in the UK. Events and pop-up courts are being organized to promote padel, indicating a push for wider acceptance despite underlying tensions.
Padel is one of the fastest growing sports in the world, experiencing a boom in interest, particularly in the UK, where participation has tripled recently.
Novak Djokovic and other tennis players have expressed concerns that the rise of padel may threaten the traditional game due to courts being converted for padel.
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