PADEL
Two new franchises add to excitement of season three of the World Padel League
A glimpse of last season’s WPL summit clash.
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SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT
A glimpse of last season’s WPL summit clash.
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SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT
After making a successful India debut in February this year, the World Padel League (WPL) announced its return for the third season. The league, supported by the Indian Padel Federation, is set to take place between August 12-16 at the Nesco Center in Mumbai, promising fans world-class action.
In the upcoming season, WPL is set to grow from four franchises to six, with two new teams joining the mix.
In the past year, India has witnessed over 2x growth in padel participation and infrastructure development, signalling the country’s growing appetite for the sport.
The previous season in February had seen 32 international players battle it out for the trophy. Expressing excitement for the upcoming edition, Hemali Sharma, the league’s co-founder, said, “The growth of padel in India has been a journey to watch out for. Just six months since our last edition, Season 3 of the WPL marks a major milestone as we expand the scale of competition and set new benchmarks for the sport. India is fast emerging as a high-potential growth hub for padel. Our ambition goes beyond fostering the sport as we aim to craft a dynamic, world-class sporting experience that captivates seasoned fans and first-time audiences alike.”
The last edition culminated with the SG Pipers Cheetahs clinching the title by defeating the Vernost Jaguars in a thrilling final.
-Team Sportstar
