The Princess of Wales Plays Padel – Did You Know?
At a recent Buckingham Palace garden party, speaking with guests from the Lawn Tennis Association, she said:
“Have you adopted padel? I love padel — it’s such a good game, such a great leveller for those who don’t play tennis.”
And then:
“It’s so sociable, and all generations can play — I play with my parents.”
That is Carole and Michael Middleton, on court with their daughter. No special kit. No tennis pedigree required. Just a game the whole family can share.
Padel – A Day to Learn and a Lifetime to Master…
Padel is played in doubles on a smaller enclosed court. The serve is underarm. The glass walls keep the ball in play, so rallies last longer and beginners stay in the point.
You do not need to have played tennis. Plenty of people pick up a racket for the first time and are rallying within the hour. Clubs often lend or rent equipment. Comfortable trainers and everyday sportswear are enough.
Kate described it as a leveller, and that is the heart of it. Different ages and abilities can enjoy the same session. Parents play with children. Friends who have never held a racket can join in without feeling left behind. Padel – a day to learn and a lifetime to master. So true. Padel is a sport that keeps on giving.
Come And Try It
Padel is friendly, social and easier to start than it looks. That is why so many people in Britain have already picked up a racket – over a million now! – and why the Princess of Wales plays it with her mum and dad. Find your nearest Padel United club, borrow a racket and give it a try.
If you have been waiting for a reason to book your first court, this maybe a good one. Think of it as a royal command!
Padel United clubs are pay-and-play and open to every level. And we keep prices to a very affordable level – because we know most people have less spare cash than Kate and co.
Game On.
