This week, we’re breaking down the hottest racket sports business predictions for 2026. Tune in to hear what’s ahead for the rapidly evolving world of tennis, pickleball, padel, and beyond, in addition to where the biggest opportunities are emerging.

We also sit down with award-winning padel leader Marcos del Pilar (8:07) to discuss the current state of padel in the U.S., the sport’s biggest growth opportunities, and what entrepreneurs need to know to succeed in the years ahead. (Be sure to check out his new book, The Secret Code of Padel!)

Whether you’re a player, founder, club operator, investor, or just racket-sports obsessed, this episode keeps you up to speed on the moves, money, and momentum shaping racket sports worldwide.

Listen now and follow for weekly updates.

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Tags: tennis news, pickleball news, padel news, racket sports industry, 2026 predictions, racket sports innovation, sports technology

This week, we break down the biggest stories shaping the business of racket sports:

• Interview with Cassandra Toroian and Tracy Thomas, cofounders of Volleybird and Ruley

• Naomi Osaka makes a surprising move, leaving Evolve

• Racket-sports platform Playtomic raises roughly $6M

• Elon Musk and Tesla jump into pickleball with a limited-edition Selkirk paddle

• And more!

Whether you're a player, founder, club operator, investor, or just racket-sports obsessed, this episode keeps you up to speed on the moves, money, and momentum shaping tennis, pickleball, padel, and other racket sports worldwide.

Listen now and follow for weekly updates.

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Tags: tennis news, pickleball news, padel news, racket sports industry, AI line calling, racket sports innovation, tennis facilities, sports technology

This week, we break down the biggest stories shaping tennis, pickleball, and padel:

• Ben Shelton launches a behind-the-scenes YouTube docuseries
• DUPR takes center stage with two partnerships. One with CourtsApp, a newly launched AI-powered court booking and marketing platform, and another with USA Pickleball
• The MGM Slam announces its elite field for the $1M Las Vegas event
• WTA strikes a historic global partnership with Mercedes-Benz
• Heineken® 0.0 x LÖK debut a padel racket with a built-in bottle opener
• No Strings Padel adds Barry’s executive chairman Joey Gonzalez as advisor

Whether you're a player, coach, club operator, industry exec, or just obsessed with racket sports, this episode keeps you up to speed on the innovation, deals, culture, and tech shaping the game.