Padel is a racket sport usually played in doubles, but it can also be played in singles. It combines elements of tennis and squash. Players use a special racket, called a Padel racket, to hit a ball, slightly different in diameter to a tennis ball, onto a court surrounded by transparent glass and grills.

The Padel racket is similar to a tennis racket, but is smaller and has no strings. It is generally perforated to improve control and maneuverability. The shape of the racket is specific and can be one of three different shapes, with a shorter handle than that of a traditional tennis racket.

Play takes place on a Padel court measuring 10 meters wide by 20 meters long. The court is divided in two by a net. It has four service squares and two back courts. Players must hit the ball diagonally, into the opposite service square. In Padel, the walls are in play, which means the ball can bounce against the glass and remain in play.

Padel is a very popular sport, particularly in Spain and Latin America, but it’s also gaining in popularity in other countries around the world. It is appreciated for its social nature, ease of learning and playfulness