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Premier Padel Makes UK Debut in London as Participation Surges

Premier Padel Makes UK Debut in London as Participation Surges
Premier Padel London P1 tournament at Olympia London
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The Lawn Tennis Association reports average off-peak rates sit at £27, with European market trends indicating prices generally drop as venue availability expands.

Murray commented on the sport's appeal: "I like that it’s fast-paced. It’s less about power and more about placement."

Ben Harris of The Padel Directory noted the sport's growing popularity among children.

"Padel has an incredibly exciting future - we're even seeing children choose it as their main sport," he said.

"But success isn't just about building more courts. It's about making sure people have affordable opportunities to play."

Rosie Hepworth, a London civil servant, expressed concerns about cost. "I love the game, but I can't afford to play as much as I'd like," she said.

"The cost definitely slows down how quickly you can improve. It becomes a luxury rather than a hobby."

Houman Ashrafzadeh, founder and chief executive of Padium, highlighted the economic challenges.

"The economics of operating a club in central London are very different from somewhere like Spain," he said.

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Following the London P1 event, the 2026 Premier Padel tour moves to Paris in September for its Major tournament held at the Roland Garros complex.

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