Padel, a racquet sport growing in popularity globally, is making inroads in the United States, prompting mixed reactions. An article by Bridget Read in Curbed highlights a contentious proposal for a multi-use facility in NYC that would include padel courts, a spa, and a restaurant, endorsed by notable figures such as KITH founder Ronnie Fieg. Concerns about noise, particularly from a rooftop bar and the courts, have emerged, leading to compromises during state liquor board hearings. Similar disputes arise across the nation as different racquet sport enthusiasts vie for space and resources.
At the center of the dispute is a proposed facility that would encompass a spa, a restaurant and - yes - padel courts.
A hearing at the state liquor board has led to at least one compromise: the rooftop bar is now out of the picture.
Some big names are behind it, including KITH founder Ronnie Fieg.
The discord Clarey wrote about had more to do with enthusiasts for tennis, padel, platform tennis and pickleball butting heads over available space for their respective sports.
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