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The Joy of Padel

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The Joy of Padel podcast, hosted by Minter Dial, a Padel player since 1974, and sponsored by Padel1969, is an exhilarating show that delves into the captivating stories of notable Padel personalities worldwide. You"ll be treated to exclusive anecdotes, valuable tips, and humorous moments shared by esteemed professional players, industry insiders, and passionate padel enthusiasts. Now in its third season that aligns with the pro tour, you can anticipate two engaging episodes per month. You will find

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31:29

Coaching Sweden’s Padel Team: Challenges and Triumphs...

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2024/12/18

In this episode of the Joy of Padel, I had the pleasure of chatting with Jonas Bjorkman, the renowned tennis player who has embraced the world of padel. Jonas shares his personal journey from tennis to padel, which began in Portugal, and highlights what makes the sport so appealing both socially and competitively. As the manager of the Swedish national men's padel team, he opens up about the challenges and strategies involved in transitioning from tennis to padel, stressing the importance of

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14:09

From Childhood Passion to World Champion: Alejandra...

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2024/12/04

In this episode, I chatted during the World Championships in Doha 2024 with Alejandra Salazar, a hugely important and prominent figure in padel. Alejandra shares her journey from discovering padel at age eight to becoming a top player across three decades. She attributes her success to adaptability and continuous learning, emphasizing the importance of believing in oneself, even in challenging times. Alejandra also discusses the significance of communication with partners and how she balances her

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37:54

Inside the Swedish Padel Boom with Calle Åkesson...

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2024/11/20

In this episode of "The Joy of Padel," I have the pleasure of speaking with Calle Åkesson, the General Secretary of the Swedish Padel Federation. Calle shares his personal journey from being a sports enthusiast to playing a pivotal role in the development of padel in Sweden. He talks about the sport's rapid growth during the pandemic and the current phase of consolidation. Calle emphasizes the importance of collaboration between commercial venues and nonprofit clubs to promote padel effectively. We

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60:25

Tom Murray, Head of Padel at the British LTA: Rising...

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2024/11/06

In this episode, I welcome Tom Murray, a key figure in the padel world, to discuss his journey from tennis to padel and his role as Head of Padel at the LTA. Tom shares his early experiences in Spain, where he transitioned from tennis to padel, and the challenges he faced in promoting the sport in the UK. The conversation delves into the cultural and strategic aspects of padel, including the importance of covered courts in England's climate and the integration of padel into traditional tennis clubs

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15:33

The Importance of Communication: Marta Ortega's...

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2024/10/23

In this episode, I sat down with Marta Ortega to explore her experiences at Roland Garros and the nuances of playing padel in varying conditions. Marta shares her awe at walking the same corridors as tennis legends and discusses the mental preparation required for unpredictable weather shifts. She emphasizes the importance of adaptability and maintaining a positive outlook. The conversation also delves into the evolution of the padel industry, highlighting the transition from the World Padel Tour to

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40:49

Vianney Dubois on Padel: Data, Strategy, and the...

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2024/10/09

In this episode, I welcome Vianney Dubois, a self-proclaimed data nerd with a background in finance, who has turned his passion for sports data into a groundbreaking project in padel. Vianney shares his journey from being an amateur player frustrated by the lack of detailed match feedback to developing Padel Intelligence, a platform that provides in-depth statistics for players and fans alike. Our discussion delves into the challenges of defining forced and unforced errors, the potential of AI and

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48:12

Roby Gattiker: Eleven-Time World Champion's Secrets...

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2024/09/25

Welcome and Introduction- Host Minter Dial welcomes Roby Gattiker, a legendary figure in the world of padel, known for being the longest-reigning world champion in the sport's history. - Roby shares his journey from Argentina, highlighting his lifelong passion for sports, particularly padel and tennis. Early Beginnings and First World Championship - Roby reflects on his first world championship win in 1992 with partner Alejandro Lasaigues, a year where they remained undefeated. - He discusses the

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36:28

The Business of Padel: Insights from Alex Inglot,...

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2024/09/11

Joy of Padel with Alex Inglot In the latest episode of "The Joy of Padel," host Minter Dial sits down with Alex Inglot, a prominent figure in the world of padel and sports business. The conversation delves into Alex's fascinating journey from tennis and volleyball to becoming a key player in the padel community and the business of sports. From Tennis to Volleyball Alex Inglot's sporting journey began with tennis, a sport he picked up in his early teens. Despite his competitive spirit, he found

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45:24

Rafa Vega on Coaching, Competing, and the Fun of...

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2024/08/28

JOY OF PADEL WITH RAFA VEGA- Overview of Rafa's achievements, including his ranking as number two in Britain under the LTA rating system and his success in various tournaments. Rafa Vega's Background and Career - Rafa discusses his current roles at Harvard Club Chelsea and involvement in padel events. - His journey from being a competitive tennis player to transitioning into padel at age 15. Transition from Tennis to Padel - Rafa shares his experience of playing tennis from a young age and how he

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42:58

Padel’s Popularity Surge: Pablo Carro Discusses the...

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2024/08/14

Welcome and Introduction- Minter Dial welcomes Pablo Carro, co-founder of Playtomic. - Discussion about Playtomic's impact and Pablo's personal background. Personal Background and Passion for Padel - Pablo Carro shares his journey from tennis to padel. - Reflects on his early experiences with padel in 1995 and his transition to making it his profession. Challenges and Evolution of Tennis and Padel - Discussion on the transformation needed in the tennis industry. - Pablo highlights the need for

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41:16

Inside PadelX: Nallé Grinda's Vision for the Future...

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2024/07/17

JOY OF PADEL WITH NALLÉ GRINDAWelcome and Introduction - Minter Dial welcomes back Nallé Grinda, the only guest to appear twice on the show. - Discussion about their shared passion for padel and Nallé’s current activities in Miami. Current Activities and Upcoming Events - Nallé shares his plans to travel to Europe for vacation and padel-related events. - Highlights a charitable event in Saint Tropez featuring top padel players. Insights from the Playtomic 2024 Report - Minter and Nallé discuss

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37:34

Las Vegas Padel: Scott Reddick's Adventure in...

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2024/07/03

Joy of Padel with Scott ReddickIn this episode of the Joy of Padel podcast, I sit down with Scott Reddick, a passionate entrepreneur and padel enthusiast, at the P1 Padel Club in Las Vegas. Scott shares his journey from a competitive tennis background to discovering and falling in love with padel. He discusses the challenges and rewards of managing the P1 Padel Club, emphasizing the importance of creating an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere for all players. Scott also touches on the club's

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44:05

Mastering Padel: Insights from David Garcia of M3...

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2024/06/19

The Joy of Padel with David GarciaWelcome and Introduction - Host Minter Dial welcomes David Garcia to the show. - David Garcia is introduced as a lifelong padel player and current International Event Manager and director at M3 Padel Academy. David Garcia's Background - David shares his journey in padel, starting at the age of four. - He discusses his early years playing in his neighborhood and his progression to professional padel. - Mentions notable players from his neighborhood who also became

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48:37

The Padel Pioneer: Enrique Buenaventura's Vision of...

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2024/06/05

The Joy of Padel with Enrique BuenaventuraJoin us as we explore the enthralling padel journey of Enrique Buenaventura, a sports aficionado turned padel entrepreneur. Enrique shares insights from his multifaceted experience in the sport and business of padel, including his transition from tennis to padel at the age of twelve. With padel's burgeoning popularity, he discusses the challenges and thrills of keeping the joy in the game while navigating its commercial landscape. Enrique also delves into

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37:36

Chasing the Dream: Nico Agritelley's American Padel...

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2024/05/22

The Joy of Padel with Nico AgritelleyJoin us as we welcome the dynamic Nico Agritelley, a homegrown talent from Dallas, Texas, who has taken the American padel scene by storm. A former college tennis player turned padel enthusiast, Nico shares his candid story of trading in his finance career for the love of padel, a decision that has propelled him to the top ranks in the US. Dive into his transformative journey from tennis courts to padel courts, the challenges of finding the right competition

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39:27

The Strategic Game of Saana Saarteinen: Finland's...

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2024/05/08

The Joy of Padel with Saana Saarteinen In this episode, we delve into the world of Saana Saarteinen, Finland's top padel talent, who has gracefully transitioned from tennis to mastering the courts of padel. At 31, Saana has not only embraced the sport but has made it a lifestyle since 2019. She recounts the initial switch from tennis, spurred by a friend's invitation to a tournament, and the subsequent journey to becoming Finland's number one. Saana shares the nuances of adapting tennis skills to

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39:20

Nikhil Mohindra: Padel's British Sensation and Padel...

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2024/04/24

The Joy of Padel with Nikhil MohindraThe effervescent Nikhil Mohindra is a rising star in the world of padel and a beacon of inspiration for players across the globe. As a padel player for Team GB and the newly appointed ambassador for Padel India, Nikhil shares his unique journey into the sport, his battle with asthma on the court, and his unwavering dedication to training. From his initial indifference to padel at age 12 to his full-blown love affair with the game at 17, Nikhil's story is a

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42:29

The Remarkable Journey of Top Swedish Pro Padel...

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2024/04/10

The Joy of Padel with Daniel WindahlDaniel Windahl is the number 1 Swedish padel player, currently ranked 53rd in the world. A left-sided player, he partners with Jose Solano. We discuss his remarkable personal and professional journey to becoming the highest ranked Scandinavian padel player, and the second highest ranked player who isn't Spanish, Argentine or Brazilian. We talk about how he has faced off against the world's top players, such as Ale Galan and Juan Lebrón, his favourite shot and

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40:42

Pro Padel Player, Content Creator and Social Media...

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2024/03/27

The Joy of Padel with Joni LuolamaaJoni Luolamaa is a full time padel professional, one of the top players in Finland. In addition to his playing padel, he is a bona fide YouTuber and padel influencer in Finland. We discuss his rather unique journey to becoming a professional padel player, the ups and downs, his favourite shot and most inspiring pro tour players, as well as the life lessons afforded by padel and a peak into the bright future of padel. If you've got comments or questions you'd like

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36:32

Tearing up the US Padel Circuit with Number 1, Luis...

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2024/03/12

The Joy of Padel with Luis EstradaLuis Estrada, the current number one male padel player in the US. Coming from tennis, Luis fell head over heels with Padel. He recounts how quickly it happened and his journey to becoming number one, with partner Nico Agri. We talk about his transition from tennis to padel, his experience of playing with the best in Europe, playing for the Los Angeles Beat of the PPL, and the exciting prospects for the future of padel in the US. A joyful exchange. If you've got

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