HEAD’s Fauré: padel needs heroes and TV

Ahead of Mondial 2026, Argentina's coach speaks openly about his toughest Spanish rivals. Coello and Nieto top the list as the battle for final squad spots intensifies.

In Vailhauquès the French padel field meets outdoor courts, live streams and a tight favourites race. Bernard and Rubio top the seeds, Pillon hunts another title.

Premier Padel debuts in South Africa – and Pretoria brings an exclusive Bullpadel high-altitude ball. What that means for pace, bounce and match tactics.

At 15, Eduardo Carmo is Portugal's U16 number one. Three FIP Promises titles and clear top-10 ambitions mark his rise.

David Lloyd Clubs and HEAD extend their partnership through 2028. Members gain events, discounts and a stronger focus on tennis and padel.

Claudio Gilardoni warns against complacency: Paula Josemaría and Bea González must lock in their number-two status with detail work and a solid setup – while keeping pressure on Triay/Brea.

Nothing is official yet, but rumours around Franco Stupaczuk and Mike Yanguas keep growing. A separation would heavily reshuffle the top pairs ranking and force new partnerships.

At 1,300 metres, Pretoria P1 brings unusual conditions. Who gains from pace and smash power, and how will the world elite respond?

With a hard-fought win over Team Simpson, Alex Goode’s Team Goode opens the Pro Am Padel Tour 2026. The first October final place is secured.