What it's really like at a Premier Padel event

As padel continues its rapid growth in Great Britain, events like these provide fantastic exposure to the sport. For many people, it would've been their first time experiencing a Premier Padel event and we’re here to give you the run down on what makes tournaments like these so special so you don't miss out next time.

Intimate atmosphere

If you’ve never attended a padel event before, you might be surprised with how different the layout of the event is compared to a tennis tournament, or a football stadium for example.

What stood out most was just how close you felt to the action. Unlike many major sporting events, there wasn't a bad seat in the house. Wherever you were sitting, you were only metres away from the players - giving you a real appreciation for their speed, athleticism and skill.

It made the event much more intimate and meant that you rarely missed out on any of the action. Meanwhile, the court's position at the centre of the venue helped create a brilliant atmosphere, with the noise levels lifting noticeably when the British stars were on court.

The speed and reactions of the pro players

While padel is known for its fast-paces rallies, seeing it live is a completely different experience.

If you’re used to just playing and watching padel at your local club and have never attended a live padel event before - you’ll certainly be surprised by the level of the pros competing on the Premier Padel Tour.

The Premier Padel Tour is the leading professional padel tour in the world – meaning you’re guaranteed to see the sport’s elite stars in action.

With that comes a level like you would’ve never seen before. From their reactions and volleys at the net, to the way they manoeuvre around the court and return the ball off the glass, the level on display was simply world class.

Off-court activities

At Olympia there was something for everyone to enjoy. Amongst the live music and bustling atmosphere around the venue, there were plenty of activations to try out, including VR/AR padel experiences, an Interactive Multi-Ball Wall, a mini-court to inspire the next generation of padel players and so much more.

On top of that, there were a host of brand stalls scattered around the venue, allowing you to pick up some new padel clothing, rackets and more to help you feel your best on court, as well as the having the opportunity to win prizes with a range of other brands.

Even for people attending with little knowledge of padel, there were plenty of ways to engage with the sport and learn more about the game and how you can get involved.

You can get up close with the players

Another benefit of Premier Padel events is how close you can get to the players.

Aside from the Centre Courts, there are also outside courts to sit and watch more matches, as well as practice courts where you catch a glimpse of the players training sessions. These provide an excellent opportunity to see how the pros approach their training, what drills they carry out and their warm ups before heading out to compete.

The intimate feel of the events also extend beyond the match court. Another unique aspect of the Premier Padel events is that you’ll see the players roaming around the venue, also enjoying everything that the event has to offer. This gives you the chance to grab any pictures with your favourite stars, get autographs and even ask for some tips on how to improve your game!

You’ll leave wanting to book a court

By the end of the day, there was one overwhelming feeling - the urge to get on court.

Whether you’ve been playing for years, or have never picked up a racket before, watching the world’s best compete up close is incredibly inspiring and you’re almost guaranteed to pick up some new tips and techniques to try out at your next session.

A Premier Padel event has a way of making you want to round up your friends and family, find your nearest court and get playing as soon as possible.