When Padelstars launched the first Padel court in Sonning, the town’s festivities included former prime minister Theresa May. Over 25 million people play padel, a fast-paced sport played against walls that is similar to tennis but more intense. The court at the Berkshire County Sports Club in Sonning was officially opened on April 20. It is open everyday from 7 am to 10 pm. Furthermore, Padelstars intends to launch a second facility with three covered courts and one uncovered court in Bracknell later this summer. Seeing this sport flourish is fantastic!
In related news, sectional title developer Balwin Properties has established Balwin Padel, a padel division. In an effort to promote padel tennis in South Africa, they have teamed up with player Willy Lahoz. Lahoz is considered as one of the best padel players by many, having won the world championship twice. In addition, Balwin Padel will establish six new rooftop padel courts at the Mall of Africa in Waterfall City in partnership with JSE real estate investment company Attacq Limited in response to the growing demand for this lifestyle sport2. For lovers of padel, exciting days ahead!