Move over, golf. Padel is fast becoming the new networking playground for PMETs
Padel, a hybrid of tennis and squash, is fast becoming the sport of choice for professionals looking to network while staying active.
Described as the world's fastest-growing sport, the game has more than 35 million amateur players taking to the courts at least once a week globally.
In the last two years, Singapore has seen a similar explosion of interest in the sport. There are currently 16 padel operators in Singapore, with more venues slated to open in the coming year.
The sport is drawing mainly PMETs who find padel courts a modern, more energetic alternative to the traditional golf fairways for networking.Â
Players who spoke to CNA TODAY said the sport's built-in sociability, from quick rallies and frequent partner rotations to unhurried post-match conversations, makes it a surprisingly effective way to forge new connections.
