Track: Padel World Summit 2025

BABOLAT: 150 Years of youth, passion and innovation

With 150 years of history behind it, Babolat has become a benchmark in innovation across racquet sports. In this exclusive interview, Eric Babolat shares the company’s journey from crafting natural gut strings in 19th-century France to collaborating with some of today’s top athletes and leading groundbreaking product developments. What’s next for one of the most iconic names in the industry? Join us for a conversation that reflects on legacy, reinvention, and Babolat’s growing role in the padel ecosystem.

Interviewed by Alexander Inglot

Presentation and Training Methodology.

Discover 3bora, the independent Padel matchmaking platform for Padel Players, automating the frustrating process of organizing Padel matches. 3bora intelligently connects skill-matched Players based on their preferences, finds available courts regardless of booking service, and handles booking seamlessly. This enhances the Player experience (more play, less hassle) and drives revenue for clubs by maximizing court utilization, managing cancellations, and reducing operational workload. With its simple '1-2-3' approach and focus on solving key pain points for both Players and clubs, 3bora presents a smart, scalable solution poised for growth in the global Padel community.

Padel match with professional players Jose A. Crespo (@efectopadel) and Bojana Jovanovic (@jovanovicbojka).

Courtbrain is a digital marketplace designed to unite the world of racket sports. By aggregating venues and available court times—regardless of the underlying booking system—Courtbrain simplifies the player experience and increases visibility and occupancy for clubs. With a clear focus on user experience, the platform makes it easier to discover, compare, and book courts, join open matches, explore events, and interact with clubs across regions. As an independent and impartial platform, Courtbrain ensures fair visibility for all venues, helping clubs attract more players and fill more courts. It also provides powerful tools for promotion, performance-based marketing, and community engagement. The platform empowers enthusiasts with real-time availability, curated content, and a growing ecosystem of features tailored to padel, tennis, and other racket sports. By removing technical barriers and centralizing fragmented data, Courtbrain becomes the go-to hub for players, clubs, and partners in one smart, accessible place. Innovation Arena

FJPADEL is a French startup at the intersection of sport and technology, dedicated to transforming the padel experience through smart, patented innovation. Founded by a team of tech industry veterans and passionate padel players, we bring together deep product expertise and user insight to develop high-performance accessories that meet the evolving needs of modern athletes. Our flagship designs incorporate unique, patent-protected features that enhance comfort, durability, and injury prevention—solving real pain points for players at all levels. Rooted in France's culture of design and engineering excellence, we're building a brand poised for international scale in one of the world's fastest-growing sports. With a clear vision and a strong IP strategy, we are creating the next generation of performance gear for a global padel market hungry for innovation.

Creating a pitch deck that grabs investors’ attention is a crucial skill for any startup. This roundtable will break down the must-have elements of a successful pitch, highlighting what investors are looking for when they evaluate potential investments. From market fit and business model to team dynamics and financial projections, the session will cover how to present your vision in the most compelling way.

Join us for valuable insights from investors on the key components that make a pitch deck stand out—and the common mistakes to avoid.

Confirmed speakers: Luis Llorens

Adopting the UNE 147201:2024 standard from the early stages of padel court development is not just about meeting legal requirements—it's a strategic investment in safety, sustainability, and long-term success. This session will explore the importance of understanding and implementing the UNE standard now to prevent costly future modifications, ensuring that projects align with legal and environmental best practices. Key topics will include legal frameworks, the role of certification and inspection in guaranteeing safety, and how innovation in materials can drive both performance and sustainability. Leading experts will provide insights on certification processes, sustainable material solutions, and real-life examples of applying UNE 147201:2024 in the field.

Clubs are the heart of padel’s growth. We will analyze three success stories of clubs that have built strong local communities, fostering a deep passion for the sport and becoming key drivers of padel’s expansion.

Easy sign-ups, dynamic draws, order of play & live scoring, plus player rankings & streaming. All in one place!

#PadelLife #TournamentTech

Get to know the new era of greenset annd why only top tournaments are played on greenset.

Matchlytics revolutionizes the padel experience through cutting-edge sports analytics technology. We use court-mounted cameras with powerful AI algorithms to deliver comprehensive game statistics and insights previously unavailable to players of all levels. Our seamless ecosystem includes an intuitive mobile app that manages recordings and delivers real-time analytics directly to players. Behind the scenes, our cloud-based AI processes match footage to extract meaningful data and comprehensive game statistics. What sets us apart is our ability to transform raw gameplay into actionable insights. Players can track improvement over time, identify strengths and weaknesses, and receive personalized training recommendations. Matchlytics bridges the gap between recreational play and professional-level analytics, democratizing access to the kind of data previously reserved for elite athletes. Whether you’re looking to improve your game or simply understand it better, Matchlytics delivers the competitive edge.

Every country experiences padel’s growth differently. In this session, we will hear from key figures in emerging markets who are actively working to promote padel on a national scale, overcoming challenges and creating new opportunities for players and fans alike.

Inspired by Italian design excellence, NETX blends elegance with cutting-edge 3D printing advanced technology. Our innovative market first 3D printed breathable racket grip and airless silent balls for padel and pickleball alongside with 3D printed lattice racket inner core open the new era of equipment manufacturing and gameplay. A fusion of style and innovation for players who demand the best.

Padel iQ: Elevate Your Club’s Identity and Performance. Padel iQ is a premium white-label booking platform designed to enhance your club’s brand and set you apart—whether you’re a single club or part of a larger chain. Our platform automates key processes, supports multiple membership types, and delivers actionable insights for marketing, communication, and reporting. We also offer seamless integrations with smart lighting, locks, AI-powered cameras, and next-generation sensor-equipped rackets—such as those using iPaPs technology. Introducing iPaPs: Smart Sensors for Injury Prevention and Performance. iPaPs (Injury Prevention and Performance Sensors) are ultra-light, printed sensors built directly into padel rackets. They deliver real-time data on swing mechanics and impact forces, helping players improve technique and reduce the risk of injury. Developed in collaboration with top experts, including the Danish Technological Institute, our prototype is already live. We are currently seeking visionary i Innovation Arena

Tourism is a gateway for Padel to enter new markets. The session will explore how travel destinations can become launchpads for the sport’s global expansion and what strategies can enhance this trend.

We are a passionate, multidisciplinary team blending seasoned video game development and design expertise with a deep understanding of the global padel phenomenon. We're thrilled to introduce Padelight: the pioneering simulation video game bringing the thrill of padel to PC and consoles. Experience the world's fastest-growing racket sport like never before! Padelight offers an authentic simulation with realistic ball physics and player movements, capturing padel's unique strategy and dynamics including essential wall play. Play with and against officially licensed professional stars from the Premier Padel circuit. Enjoy engaging gameplay driven by intuitive controls allowing for diverse shots like volleys, bandejas, and smashes, strategic positioning, and challenging AI opponents. Explore rich game modes including a deep Career Mode, quick matches, training, and exciting local multiplayer, with online multiplayer planned. All presented with stunning graphics featuring high-quality 3D environments and detailed player models. Padeli Innovation Arena

Padel’s expansion relies on smart investments in the right areas. What industries and businesses are essential for accelerating local growth and ensuring the sport’s future over the next few years? This session will highlight the key investment opportunities for 2025-2026.

Padelike is a platform designed for padel lovers that transforms the players' experience through gamification. Our app allows you to register activity in clubs, accumulate experience, complete sponsored challenges and access exclusive rewards. Unlike a simple match registration, Padelike has become an ecosystem that connects players, brands and clubs within an active community. Our features include Padelike Challenges (challenges with prizes), progress by levels with unlockable benefits, the PuntoShop (exchange points for products), and an exclusive discount area. Thanks to our technology and incentive model, we promote perseverance and activity in padel, benefiting the entire industry that revolves around this sport.

In many countries, other racquet sports have an established presence. How can we leverage this popularity to promote padel?
This talk will explore synergies and strategies to attract players from other disciplines and turn them into passionate padel enthusiasts.

Bring your best game, choose the best racket, and face Manu Martín on court.

PadelPlay is an innovative performance-tracking system combining advanced sensor technology with a cutting-edge mobile app. PadelPlay uniquely addresses the critical gap in performance analytics for millions of padel enthusiasts, by transforming traditional play with cutting-edge sensor technology and data insights, revolutionizing player development and engagement in the fastest growing sport in the world. As padel enthusiasts ourselves, we’ve been hooked on the sport since the first time we stepped on court. But despite its explosive global growth, one thing was missing: access to meaningful data and performance insights for every player—not just the pros. That’s why we created PadelPlay. To bring cutting-edge tech and smart insights to the hands of all padel players, regardless of their level. Because we believe everyone deserves the tools to improve, compete, and fall even deeper in love with the game. Our goal is to deliver personalised, padel-specific insights to help players analyse their performance and i Innovation Arena

Padel match with professional players Jose A. Crespo (@efectopadel) and Bojana Jovanovic (@jovanovicbojka).

"Padelytics is an AI-powered platform that transforms video footage from padel courts into actionable, fun, and engaging analytics. We empower padel players, clubs, and streaming platforms with AI technology to boost player growth and bring more fun to every match. Using advanced Machine Learning and Computer Vision, we track everything on the court – every movement, every shot – providing a complete scan of the match, amateur or pro. Our tech stands out by running efficiently on commodity cameras, making setup easy and maintenance minimal. Built by AI experts and padel pros, Padelytics delivers top-quality analytics at a fraction of competitors’ costs. Most importantly, it runs in real-time, so players don’t have to wait for hours to get their analyses! We serve padel players of all levels and partner with clubs and streaming platforms to make Padelytics widely accessible. For players, using Padelytics means faster progress and a more rewarding experience. For clubs, it’s a way to stand out through i Innovation Arena

padelAI enables players to level up faster through AI-powered technique analysis and actionable performance insights - using just your Smartphone. Using our proprietary computer vision and machine learning technology, players benefit from Personalized & Visual coaching feedback, with a platform to track their learning journey. Value to Clubs include additional revenue streams, market differentiation, and helping to create customer loyalty. Our platform makes it easy for players to improve, for coaches to optimize training, and for clubs to offer high value-add experiences to their customers.

Federations play a crucial role in ensuring that young players stay engaged in padel and in developing a new generation of global talent. What steps can they take to prevent young athletes from leaving the sport? This session will explore strategies for creating strong structures that support long-term player development.

Padel match with professional players Jose A. Crespo (@efectopadel) and Bojana Jovanovic (@jovanovicbojka).

Interview with Patty Camps, founder of Venture Padelist

Interview with Alenna Dawn, founder of Asia Padel Events.

Discover how Tabitha Gulbrandt Enevoldsen, co-founder of Cuera, is driving innovation in the padel industry with high-performance, sustainable apparel. As a female entrepreneur, Tabitha shares her journey, the challenges she's overcome, and how she built a brand that combines cutting-edge design with a strong commitment to environmental responsibility. Cuera's dedication to sustainability, with 97% of its products made from recycled or sustainable materials, is just one part of their vision for the future.

Discover how Tabitha Gulbrandt Enevoldsen, co-founder of Cuera, is driving innovation in the padel industry with high-performance, sustainable apparel. As a female entrepreneur, Tabitha shares her journey, the challenges she's overcome, and how she built a brand that combines cutting-edge design with a strong commitment to environmental responsibility. Cuera's dedication to sustainability, with 97% of its products made from recycled or sustainable materials, is just one part of their vision for the future.

Candela Moya, VP of Operations at Playtomic, will share her experience leading the operations of the world’s leading racket sports platform. In this conversation, she will explore how to translate strategy into concrete action, what it takes to scale a tech organization globally, and which skills modern leaders need to drive efficiency, agility, and growth.

Confirmed speakers: Sara Horrocks, founder and CEO of Palair

The professional circuit and its players hold one of the keys to padel’s global success. But how can they unlock the sport’s full potential? This session will examine strategies for making elite padel a driving force for inspiration and expansion into new markets.

Join us for the official launch of the 2025 PPL season, introducing new upgrades and improvements to the adidas PPL court.

The event will culminate in an exclusive ribbon-cutting ceremony.

"SMSH Padel – Eyewear Made for the Game. We didn't set out to build an eyewear brand. We started playing padel — and like most players, we battled glare, shifting shadows, and missed shots we knew we should've landed. The game is fast, strategic, and social. But the gear? Still stuck in the cycling aisle. SMSH Padel was built to solve a clear problem — vision. Featuring cutting-edge VARYO™ lens technology with HD clarity, our proprietary lenses boost the yellow of the ball, sharpen contrast against glass walls and court surfaces, and kill glare in changing light. Our frameless, single-lens design delivers a true 360° field of vision, giving players unmatched awareness at every angle. With non-slip rubber contact points and adjustable nosepiece and temple, UV protection, and indoor-outdoor adaptability, every detail is built for the game. Launching at Padel World Summit 2025. Be the first to experience our innovation live — we look forward to connecting with you at Padel Innovation Arena

The expansion of padel in emerging countries depends on structured, high-quality training. More and more Spanish and Argentine coaches are seeking opportunities abroad, but padel’s growth requires well-organized academies. This session will examine the role of academies in developing future stars and strengthening padel from the ground up.

"SportAI delivers ground-breaking AI-powered technique and tactical analysis to racket sports organisations around the world. With the vision of democratizing access to world class sports analysis, SportAI integrates to power digital solutions for the racket sports industry through APIs. Our software seamlessly powers everything from elite performance analytics to engaging video highlights. Using Computer Vision, Machine Learning and Biomechanical Analysis we can analyze a player’s movement, compare it to other players and deliver instant feedback. This is the first time technique and tactical analysis has become scalable, objective and based on data. Our technology is hardware agnostic and based on video analysis - no wearables or sensors required. SportAI is capable of analysing videos from a single camera source that can be integrated into platforms to provide objective and data-driven insights for players, coaches, sports facilities, broadcasters, and equipment brands. We offer our partners a Software as a Service (SaaS) Innovation Arena

Teddy Padel is a kids padel coaching programme designed for young children, aged 3-7 years old. With "VAK" (visual, audio and kinaesthetic) programme structure program focuses on developing fundamental padel skills, promoting physical activity, and fostering a love for the sport in a fun and engaging way. The programme uses adapted equipment and courts to suit young players, making it an excellent introduction to padel. Teddy Padel aims to provide a positive and supportive environment for kids to learn, grow, and enjoy the game! 1. Age-specific lesson plans are designed for kids aged 3-7 years old, with activities tailored to their age and skill level. 2. Adapted equipment - Uses smaller rackets, softer balls, and lower nets to make the game more accessible and enjoyable for young players. 3. Curriculum based fun and engaging activities: incorporates games, drills, exercises and corresponded Teddy Padel music to develop fundamental padel skills, such as racket skills, ball hand eye coordination and movement. 4. Teddy Padel Trained Innovation Arena

"Weebora is a specialized platform designed to support the planning and organization of padel-related travel experiences. Whether your goal is to train in a specific destination, attend a professional tournament, or simply enjoy a padel-focused holiday, Weebora offers a range of curated options to suit different interests and levels of play. The platform brings together a global network of academies, coaches, and event organizers, enabling users to access structured programs, local expertise, and logistical support in a single place. From recreational trips to more performance-oriented experiences, Weebora provides guidance to help individuals or groups make informed decisions about their travel. With a focus on quality, transparency, and user experience, the platform aims to simplify the process of discovering and booking reliable padel opportunities worldwide. Whether traveling independently or as part of a group, Weebora serves as a useful resource for planning and managing your next padel journey."

Looking back helps us move forward. Through the perspective of padel legend Fernando Belasteguín, this interview will provide insight into the sport’s defining moments and how we can use these lessons to shape its future growth.

World Padel Score (WPS) is an innovative scoring system designed to enhance the padel experience for players, clubs, and spectators. The solution consists of a smart speaker placed above the court door and thin wristbands worn by players. These wristbands act as microphones, sending voice commands to the main unit, which then communicates with a mobile app. The app processes the input, updates the game score, and sends it back to the speaker to announce in real time. This seamless system eliminates score disputes and keeps everyone focused on the game. WPS was proudly presented at the International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva, where it received excellent feedback and generated strong interest from professionals and investors alike. With a functional prototype already built, WPS is ready to bring the connected future of padel to life.

Padel must look beyond the present and build a sustainable future. This session will focus on ensuring that padel is not just a passing trend but a sport that endures, while also becoming a leader in sustainability and circular economy practices. A keynote case study will introduce the session, followed by a discussion with industry experts.

In today’s competitive sports and leisure industry, club managers need more than just passion — they need powerful tools to scale, optimize, and lead. In this session, we’ll explore how Playtomic empowers club growth through smart data, operational automation, and customer engagement tools. Discover practical strategies and real-world use cases designed to help modern managers boost revenue, improve customer experience, and make data-driven decisions with confidence

In today’s competitive sports and leisure industry, club managers need more than just passion — they need powerful tools to scale, optimize, and lead. In this session, we’ll explore how Playtomic empowers club growth through smart data, operational automation, and customer engagement tools. Discover practical strategies and real-world use cases designed to help modern managers boost revenue, improve customer experience, and make data-driven decisions with confidence

Confirmed speakers: Luis Escobar, Regional Director, Playtomic / Ex Club owner

Brands and sponsors play a fundamental role in expanding padel, connecting players, clubs, and fans through innovative initiatives. What key opportunities lie ahead this year? This session will explore how brands can drive engagement and contribute to the sport’s global growth.

Padel is rapidly evolving from a recreational pastime into a compelling asset class within the real estate investment landscape. This session brings together leading voices from private equity, family offices, and padel infrastructure development to explore how padel is influencing real estate strategies across Europe and beyond. From urban club concepts to integrated resort developments, the panel will examine the financial models, operational considerations, and long-term value creation opportunities that padel offers to investors and property developers. Whether you're a real estate professional, investor, or industry stakeholder, this discussion will provide valuable insights into the intersection of sport and property investment.

Confirmed speakers: Oliver Finley,

Confirmed speakers: Testea Padel

Knowledge is power, and in padel, data is the key to making strategic decisions. To become a global, sustainable, and Olympic sport, we must understand the trends and growth patterns shaping its future. In this session, Playtomic will unveil exclusive insights from the Global Padel Report, providing a first look at padel’s evolution and its updated projections—one month before the official report release.