Padel tennis enthusiasts: How is your tennis level in Spain?

Spain leads the world in padel tennis, as evidenced by the following:

A strong mass base: Spain is one of the birthplaces of padel. After its introduction by a prince in the 1970s, it quickly became a national sport. Currently, Spain has over 5 million (or even 6 or 8 million) padel players, contributing €1.4 billion in equipment spending annually, making it second only to football in popularity.

Top-notch competitive performance: Spanish players consistently achieve strong results in international competitions. For example, while the Argentinian pair of Velásteguín and Gutiérrez won the Dubai event, Spanish players have consistently held top rankings in the world rankings. Local leagues, such as the World Padel Tour, attract top players from around the world, demonstrating a high level of competitive skill.

A well-developed industry ecosystem: Spain boasts 40% of the world's padel courts. Their compact design (less than one-third the size of a traditional tennis court) makes them suitable for urban spaces, achieving three times the efficiency per square meter of traditional gyms. Furthermore, renowned brands such as Bullpadel have emerged in Spain, driving an upgrade in equipment consumption. Star power and commercial push: Tennis legends like Nadal and Ferrero have opened padel schools. Ferrero believes that tennis and padel can coexist and mutually enhance each other. Commercial capital has also poured in, further enhancing the global influence of Spanish padel.