A statistical agency looked at the padel and on its evolution in the world in recent years. It is interesting to see the figures announced and perhaps, to adapt our way of seeing the padel in order to continue our progress. Here is a diagram proposed by “Statista”.

So here are repeated several informations:

  • The number of padel

With 11 500 short, Spain is far ahead of Argentina, Italy (which exceeds us), and France. Just on this point we can understand why it is difficult for us to fight against those nations that have access to land and play much easier. It's up to us to find solutions to offer a high level of play with fewer structures.

  • 57 countries offer padel

This is a very important fact because Spain and Argentina are not the only ones, and must count on new nationalities with long teeth. It remains to be organized so that small countries can train internally. Each country has its identity. Although Spain is the Mecca of padel, should you copy your game? or just read it?

  • Snowshoe sales in constant increase

Happiness for the most 300 racket brands in the world. But this is important information because the players invest in buying equipment, so want to be on the ground. More 400 000 rackets in 2017, imagine what 2019 had to be? More 600 000 rackets?

So this analysis helps us to follow the padel around the world, have a few snippets of information. What you have to see is this rapid evolution of the sport, perhaps too fast for some who believe that we must organize ourselves so that nothing escapes us.

Know that this sport must constantly question itself. Players can be disconnected very quickly, equipment often needs to be changed, clubs need to be maintained with good maintenance, and the padel competition must always evolve in tandem with training. As the president of the Japanese Association of Padel : “With order and work, we are moving forward”.

Julien Bondia

Julien Bondia is a teacher of padel in Tenerife (Spain). Columnist and advisor, he helps you play better through his tutorials and tactical/technical articles padel.

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