What’s the appeal of Padel?
Is it a sport? A fad? A fashion statement? Because locals are flocking to a game that has swept across Europe, SA operators are racing to keep up with demand
15 September 2022 - 05:00
It’s been called “tennis with training wheels”, as well as “squash in the sunshine”. It’s hailed as the world’s fastest-growing sport. But, equally, the fastest-growing sport you’ve never heard of. At least here in SA, that is. Say hello then to Padel, the racquet sport that is fast growing a following across SA.
But perhaps we should start with a few basics. ..
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