5 Countries Investing Heavily in Padel

Padel continues its international expansion at a remarkable pace. In 2025, several countries are making major investments in this fast-growing sport by building courts, launching academies, and organizing professional tournaments. Whether you're a player, coach, or simply a padel fan, these are the destinations you should keep an eye on.

1. Saudi Arabia: Padel as Part of a Sports Revolution

Government-Backed Growth

Saudi Arabia has included padel in its ambitious “Vision 2030” strategy to diversify its economy and position itself as a global sports hub. The country is hosting international tournaments, attracting world-class coaches, and building premium padel clubs.

Key fact: In 2024, Saudi Arabia hosted a Premier Padel event and opened over 200 new courts.

2. United States: The Market with Huge Potential

Padel Enters the Anglosphere

Following the pickleball boom, padel is starting to capture the interest of players and investors in the U.S. Big brands, celebrities, and entrepreneurs are launching padel clubs in cities like Miami, Los Angeles, and New York. New leagues and academies are also on the rise.

Key fact: The number of padel courts in the U.S. has doubled over the past two years.

3. France: From Trend to National Sport

Supported by Official Institutions

France has gone from following a trend to making padel part of its national sports structure. The French Tennis Federation is promoting its growth through official tournaments, funding, and club development programs.

Key fact: France will host one of the major Premier Padel events in 2025.

4. United Arab Emirates: Luxury Meets Padel

Dubai as the High-End Padel Capital

In the UAE, padel is quickly becoming a prestige sport. Dubai leads the way with luxury clubs, elite coaching staff, and exclusive tournaments. Both private and public sectors are backing the sport's rapid development.

Key fact: By 2025, the UAE is expected to have more than 1,000 active padel courts.

5. Sweden: A Nordic Padel Boom

Rapid and Impressive Growth

Sweden has experienced a dramatic surge in padel popularity, going from almost no presence to being one of Europe’s hottest markets. Although the initial boom has stabilized, investment continues, especially in performance-focused academies and innovative club formats.

Key fact: Sweden now has more than 700 registered padel clubs.

What Does This Mean for the Future of Padel?

Padel is no longer just a Spanish or Latin American phenomenon. It’s growing globally, and these countries are leading the charge. Whether you're looking to train, invest, or simply enjoy the sport, these destinations offer incredible opportunities.

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