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The Global Padel Economy: The Biggest Sports Megatrend of the 21st Century
03/29/2026
35 million players, 77,300 courts, a $2 billion market. Unpacking the structural forces behind padel's explosive growth.

From Japan to the World.

"Stay humble and keep up with the good work"
Played in over 150 countries by 35 million people, padel is the fastest-growing sport in the world. A 4-player racket sport combining tennis and squash, beginners can rally within 20 minutes. In 2026, it was adopted as an official sport at the Asian Games.
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03/29/2026
35 million players, 77,300 courts, a $2 billion market. Unpacking the structural forces behind padel's explosive growth.

02/15/2026
Runner-up at the RCC League additional tournament in Yekaterinburg. Fought through illness to the very end.