The fastest growing sport taking over Joburg

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"Padel" has been described as the world's fastest growing sport - spanning 130 countries with nearly 30-million amateur players across the world.

It's the "love-child" of tennis and squash, and if you haven't played it yet, you most probably know someone who has here in Joburg.

HOT1027's Natasha Thorp takes a look...
19 Feb 2025 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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