Arturo Coello, the current world No.1 in padel, made a special visit to the headquarters of Inter FC while in Milan for the Padel Premier P1 tournament. The meeting brought together two elite sporting worlds, as Coello engaged with players, coaches, and staff from the Serie A giants in a relaxed yet insightful exchange.
Sharing Insights Across Disciplines
Coello’s visit was part of a growing trend of cross-sport collaboration, with Inter FC embracing opportunities to learn from top athletes outside football. The Spanish padel star observed training sessions and discussed performance routines, mental preparation, and the importance of team dynamics.
“It’s incredible to see how much effort goes into every detail here. The mentality is very similar to ours in padel—precision, focus, and unity,” Coello said during his visit, according to Marca.
He also spent time with Inter’s fitness and recovery staff, comparing approaches to endurance, injury prevention, and tournament scheduling.
Strengthening Padel’s Presence in Italy
Coello’s presence in Milan coincides with the city’s growing role in the international padel circuit. The Padel Premier P1 tournament has drawn global attention, and Coello’s visit to Inter underscores the sport’s rising profile among mainstream athletes and institutions.
Italy now ranks among Europe’s fastest-growing padel markets, with professional clubs and federations increasingly integrating padel into their broader sporting culture.
A Symbolic Exchange
The visit concluded with a symbolic jersey exchange between Coello and Inter captain Lautaro Martínez, celebrating the shared values of excellence and sportsmanship. While informal, the encounter highlighted the mutual respect between athletes at the top of their game and the potential for future collaborations.
