A new wave of entrepreneurs is building padel clubs, leagues, events and digital platforms that could transform the fast-growing racket sport from a niche hobby into a serious business.
Pickleball may be taking over inside fitness facilities and public parks, but a new wave of Manhattan luxury residences is making sure basketball never loses its place.
Racquet 360 has closed a $9 million round and projects 300% revenue growth as racket sports, especially padel, gain ground in the U.S.
The Rafa Nadal Academy, the training center founded by tennis legend Rafa Nadal, is bringing its Padel Tour to the United States.
Over 4,600 new investors contributed to Playtomic's fundraising, which will amplify its global expansion and operational capacity.
ATN analyzes which workouts surged in 2025, including weightlifting, competitive running, Pilates and pickleball.
Racket sports dominated in 2025, while Pilates, HIIT and strength training also stayed strong, according Garmin's latest report.
Nick Kyrgios is taking on a new role at Stack Athletics, driving the rise of bold racket-sport style for Gen Z and millennials.
PodPlay raises $8M to scale its reach for pickleball and other racket sports venues, cutting labor costs and boosting revenue.
Virginia-based Epic Padel is aiming to close the sport's U.S. development gap with tech-enabled clubs and a range of strategic investments.
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