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The History of Padel
Padel began in a backyard in Mexico in 1969 when a creative twist on tennis introduced walls to keep the ball in play. What started as a simple adaptation quickly grew into a sport loved for its fast-paced rallies and social nature. From those humble beginnings, padel has exploded internationally - spreading across Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, and now the U.S. - becoming the world’s fastest-growing racquet sport.
From Backyard Sport to your Backyard
1969 - Backyard Innovation
Enrique Corcuera builds the first padel court in his backyard in Mexico, sparking a new way to play.
1970s - Crossing Borders
Padel spreads beyond Mexico and begins gaining traction internationally.
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