On January 7, Spanish padel legend Paquito Navarro will travel to the UK for a special event at London’s Rocket Padel Battersea. For players who already grasp the basics of the game, the program offers two 90-minute clinics for level 2-3 and 3 players. Navarro will participate in a VIP exhibition match with GB players Nikhil Mohindra, Frankie Langan, and Sam Jones after the clinics.
A full day of engaging play
Additionally, there will be a 30-minute mini Americano-style tournament where competitors can compete while getting real-time coaching advice. In order to give guests the best possible padel experience, our format aims to be both educational and entertaining.
Padel Travel X highlights the milestone
Patricia Frost, founder and CEO of Padel Travel X, expressed her excitement about hosting Navarro in London. She said: “Bringing Paquito Navarro — one of the world’s most electrifying and enigmatic padel talents — to the UK is a milestone for us.” Frost added: “His passion, personality and unparalleled skill are exactly what inspire players at every level, and we can’t wait for fans here to experience that energy first-hand through our series of padel clinics and the special exhibition match against top GB players.”
She also emphasized the importance of collaboration with Rocket Padel, noting: “We are equally thrilled to partner with Rocket Padel, whose world-class vision and facilities make them the perfect host for this showcase at Battersea. Together, we’re creating an unforgettable celebration of the sport and a moment that will elevate padel in the UK.”
Rocket Padel welcomes Navarro
Sebastian Gordon, founder of Rocket Padel UK, shared his enthusiasm for the event. He said: “We’re incredibly excited to welcome Paquito Navarro to Rocket Padel Battersea – it’s not every day a player of his calibre comes to the UK!”
Gordon continued: “Huge thanks to Padel Travel X for collaborating with us to make this possible. Our community is in for something special: top-tier clinics, an exhibition match, and the chance to learn from one of the most influential players in the sport. Creating world-class padel experiences like this is exactly what we’re all about.”
Padel in the UK is being elevated.
For the sport in Britain, Navarro’s arrival—a former world number one—marks a momentous occasion. The event is expected to boost padel’s visibility in the UK and excite players and fans with clinics, live coaching, and an exhibition match against elite GB talent.