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England Loses Nearly 200 Tennis Courts Amid Surge in Padel Facilities

6 Eylül 2026The Guardian

England has experienced a significant decline in tennis courts, losing almost 200 in just three years, while the number of padel facilities has surged nearly sixfold. Despite this decline, tennis courts still outnumber padel facilities by a factor of 11 to one.
This marks the first recorded decrease in tennis courts since at least 2000, according to an analysis of Sport England data.
The increase in padel facilities comes amid a broader trend of evolving sports interests in England, particularly among younger generations. Padel, often seen as more accessible and social than tennis, has gained traction in urban areas, leading to a reallocation of resources and space in local sports infrastructure.
The rapid rise of padel as a popular sport in England raises questions about the future of traditional tennis. While the current numbers indicate a substantial preference shift, it remains to be seen whether this trend will continue and how it will impact the overall landscape of racquet sports in the country.

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This article is based on data from Sport England and reflects trends observed up to 2023.

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