Padel’s rapid rise in Miami fuels hopes for national U.S. expansion

The racket sport of padel, combining elements of tennis and squash, is experiencing a meteoric rise in Miami. Initially embraced by the city’s Latino community, it has now expanded to clubs, parks, and luxury hotels across Florida. Miami, known as a gateway for Latin American culture, is driving padel's growth in the U.S. Florida alone boasts 40% of the country’s padel courts, with nationwide construction doubling in just 18 months. However, the U.S. market remains small compared to hotspots lik