🎾 Epic Padel Raises $10 Million to Fuel Global Expansion
Epic Padel just secured $10 million to fuel US expansion while the Pro Padel League sees its first franchise sale hit eight figures — signs that American padel is entering a new financial stratosphere.
Big Developments
Epic Padel Raises $10 Million to Build US Padel Empire 🚀💰
Virginia-based Epic Padel closed an oversubscribed $10 million seed round led by NowaisWorld and Stryde Ventures, with backing from high-profile athletes including NHL star Nicklas Bäckström and NFL's Tre Boston. Founded by Maryam Al Muslehi and Hala Sarkis, the company plans to launch 4-6 new clubs across Virginia, Wisconsin, South Carolina, and Utah while building what they call a "vertically integrated padel platform."
Why it matters: Epic's strategy targets underserved tier-2 cities with affordable pricing and transforms underutilized spaces — from parking lots to warehouses — into community padel hubs using zero capex from site owners. Their portfolio already includes stakes in Pro Padel League's New York franchise and tech ventures like Clutch AI, positioning them to capitalize on Deloitte's forecast of a 30,000-court gap in the US by 2030.
Galán and Chingotto Unveil New Tactics in Germany 🎯
World No. 1 pair Ale Galán and Fede Chingotto made their tactical adjustments public during the Düsseldorf P2, offering fans and analysts rare insight into how the top team continues evolving their partnership. The changes come as they face increasing pressure from rising challengers.
Why it matters: Top pairs rarely telegraph their strategic shifts so openly, suggesting either supreme confidence or a calculated move to influence opponents' preparation. Watch how other top teams respond in upcoming tournaments — tactical transparency at this level often triggers counter-adaptations that can reshape the entire competitive landscape.
Quick Hits
• All top seeds advanced to quarterfinals at the Germany Premier Padel P2, setting up elite matchups. Read more at El Neverazo
• Spain's European Championship team features surprising selections that have sparked debate among fans and analysts. Read more at Mundo Deportivo
• Agustín Tapia switched to a new racket during the Reserve Cup, drawing attention to potential performance impacts. Read more at Mundo Deportivo
Community Updates
Conquer Padel Expands Franchise Footprint Across America 🇺🇸
Conquer Padel signed new franchisees in New Jersey and Orlando while opening their flagship club in Tempe, Arizona. The rapid expansion reflects growing demand for accessible padel facilities as the sport gains traction at the grassroots level nationwide. Read more at Business Wire
San Antonio Joins National Amateur League Movement 🏓
The National Padel League is recruiting amateur players in San Antonio as part of their nationwide expansion, bringing organized competitive play to recreational players across Texas cities. Read more at CultureMap San Antonio