Padel continues its rapid global expansion, with the International Padel Federation (FIP) reporting that 35 million people now play the sport at least once a week. The FIP World Padel Report 2025 highlights that Europe accounts for 61% of weekly players, South America 19%, Central and North America 7.7%, Asia 6.8%, Africa 4.9%, and Oceania a small fraction.
Growth in clubs and facilities
To meet rising demand, padel clubs have multiplied worldwide. The report estimates 24,627 clubs globally, a 16.1% increase from the previous year, with 4,775 new facilities added. Europe leads with 62.3% of clubs, followed by South America (21.5%), Asia (7.0%), Africa (4.7%), Central and North America (4.5%), and Oceania (0.1%). Spain remains the leader with 4,575 clubs, ahead of Italy (3,795) and Argentina (3,100).
Expansion of courts worldwide
The number of courts has grown to 77,355, with Spain hosting 17,300, Italy 10,220, and Argentina 7,000. Globally, the average ratio is 3.1 courts per facility. Oceania has the highest ratio at 3.8, followed by Central and North America (3.6), Europe (3.3), Africa (3), and Asia and South America at 2.7. France, Great Britain, and Germany are driving growth in Europe, while Venezuela, Ecuador, Panama, and Colombia are expanding rapidly across the Americas.
Rising professionalization
Padel’s professional side is also strengthening. Federated licenses have risen to 850,000, a 42% increase compared to 2024. Men account for 60% of registered players, while women represent 40%. At the elite level, 3,539 players from 78 countries competed in 2024, with men making up 71% and women 29%. Europe dominates with 2,327 top-level players, and Spain leads globally with 1,278 professionals.
A sport on the rise
The data underscores padel’s transformation into a truly global sport. With millions of weekly players, thousands of new clubs, and a growing professional base, padel is cementing its place as one of the fastest-growing racket sports in the world.
