Padel’s defensive development is quickening in the run-up to 2026.

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The defensive game is changing as padel continues to gain popularity around the world. To counter increasingly aggressive offensive methods by 2026, professional players will use a combination of high-intensity training, tactical anticipation, and perfected skill. Defense is now proactive, strategic, and built to precisely reset rallies rather than reactive.

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