The Joy of Padel

The Joy of Padel

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 the episode show notes on Joy Of Padel.

Episodes

The Art of Creating Space: Padel Insights with Fredrik Ask (JOPS03E10)

June 3, 2025 • 41 mins
Evolving in Padel: Fredrik Ask's Coaching Philosophy (JOPS03E10) I'm excited to bring you the latest episode of Joy of Padel, featuring Fredrik Ask, Norway's top padel player. Fredrik's transition from tennis to padel is a captivating story, and he shares invaluable insights into the sport's intricacies. In this episode, we explore: - The shift from tennis to padel - Strategies for creating space on the court - The significanc...
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Loïc Fery on Padel: Bridging Business Acumen and Sports Passion (JOPS03E09)

May 27, 2025 • 46 mins
From Football to Padel: Loïc Fery's Insights on Sports Management (JOPS03E09) I'm excited to bring you the latest episode of Joy of Padel, featuring the dynamic Loïc Fery. Known for his ventures in finance and as the owner of FC Lorient, Loïc has now immersed himself in the world of padel. In this episode, we explore Loïc's journey from tennis to padel, discussing his passion for the sport and his involvement in the Hexagon Cup ...
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Racquets, Walls, and Passion: Viviana Corcuera Reveals the Origins of Padel (JOPS03E08)

May 20, 2025 • 28 mins
EPISODE JOPS03E08 EPISODE IS IN SPANISH You can find it on Youtube with English subtitles here: https://youtu.be/paV-2J_VWgo Viviana Corcuera, esposa de Enrique Corcuera con quien cofundó el pádel, comparte la fascinante historia del deporte desde sus inicios en 1969. Relata cómo evolucionó el equipamiento, desde raquetas de madera hasta las modernas que permiten jugadas espectaculares. Viviana destaca el carácter intergen...
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Padel TV: Bringing Elite-Level Padel to Screens Worldwide with Johannes Thomhave (JOPS03E07)

May 6, 2025 • 46 mins
This Joy of Padel episode features Johannes Thomhave, CEO of Padel TV, discussing the challenges and opportunities in broadcasting padel matches. As a padel aficionado, Johannes shares insights on filming techniques, the growth of padel in Sweden and the UK, and the importance of globalizing the sport. He emphasizes the need for high-quality production, including multiple cameras, instant replays, and advanced statistics to enhance...
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Breaking Barriers: Ksenia Sharifova's Rise in the Padel World (JOPS03E06)

April 22, 2025 • 47 mins
Ksenia Sharifova, a rising star (currently world number 23) in professional padel, shares her journey from tennis to padel and the challenges of finding the right partner in this insightful padel podcast. As a padel aficionado, Ksenia discusses the intricacies of shot selection, court positioning, and the mental aspects of the game. She offers a candid perspective on the competitive world of professional padel, including the delica...
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Rocket Padel's Vision: Transforming the UK Scene with Seb Gordon (JOPS03E05)

April 8, 2025 • 32 mins
This podcast features Seb Gordon, co-founder of Rocket Padel, discussing his journey in the sport and the growth of padel in the UK. Gordon shares insights from his experience in Sweden's padel boom and how he's applying those lessons to develop premium indoor padel facilities in Britain. The conversation covers the importance of community in padel, the challenges of coaching development, and Rocket Padel's expansion plans across L...
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Revolutionising Padel in the UK: Jonathan Rowland's R3 Sport Strategy (JOPS03E04)

March 25, 2025 • 45 mins
This podcast features Jonathan Rowland, a padel aficionado since 2004, discussing his journey in the sport and his venture, R3 Sport. Rowland shares insights on padel's growth in the UK, his experiences playing in unconventional settings, and his vision for developing the sport professionally. The conversation delves into the challenges of competing with established padel nations and the importance of nurturing young talent. Key po...
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Smashing Stereotypes: Carolina Orsi on Women's Padel and Communication (JOPS03E03)

March 11, 2025 • 44 mins
Carolina Orsi, Italian padel champion, shares her journey from tennis to professional padel on the Joy of Padel podcast. She discusses the challenges of learning padel's unique wall play, the importance of repetition in mastering the sport, and the differences between men's and women's padel. Orsi offers insights into her training regimen, focusing on physical preparation and mental skills to break into the top 20 rankings. The con...
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Tom Murasawa: Elevating Japan's Padel Scene (JOPS03E02)

February 25, 2025 • 14 mins
In this episode of the padel podcast, I chat with Tomoaki (Tom) Murasawa, the coach of Japan's national padel teams. Tomaki shares his personal journey from tennis to padel, discussing how the sport has evolved in Japan since the first court opened in 2013. With only about 50 courts across the country, the passion for padel is evident. We touch on the need for more investment to grow the sport's infrastructure and how it can better...
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Brittany Dubins on Padel Strategy: Lobs, Partners, and Progression (JOPS03E01)

February 11, 2025 • 25 mins
This podcast features an engaging conversation with Brittany Dubins, the top-ranked female padel player in the United States. Brittany shares her journey from tennis to professional padel, discussing the challenges and joys of the sport. She offers insights into the unique aspects of padel, including partner dynamics and strategic play. The discussion covers Brittany's experiences at the 2024 World Championships in Doha and her tho...
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Interstitial - Padel Etiquette: The Unwritten Rules of the Court (JOPS02E23)

January 7, 2025 • 15 mins
This episode is a bit special. First, it's not in the usual form of an interview that I conduct with a padel connoisseur or celebrity. While based on a real article I wrote, it was converted into a podcast thanks to the uncannily good NotebookLLM (by Google). The artwork for this episode was created by Dall-ee (OpenAI) on a custom-trained dataset. This conversation, between two AI voices, focuses on padel etiquette, outlining unw...
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Coaching Sweden’s Padel Team: Challenges and Triumphs with Jonas Bjorkman (JOPS02E22)

December 17, 2024 • 32 mins
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 tr...
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From Childhood Passion to World Champion: Alejandra Salazar's Padel Story (JOPS02E21)

December 3, 2024 • 14 mins
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 si...
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Inside the Swedish Padel Boom with Calle Åkesson (JOPS02E20)

November 19, 2024 • 38 mins
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 co...
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Tom Murray, Head of Padel at the British LTA: Rising to the Challenge to Padelify Great Britain (JOPS02E19)

November 5, 2024 • 61 mins
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'...
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The Importance of Communication: Marta Ortega's Winning Strategy (JOPS02E18)

October 22, 2024 • 16 mins
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 pad...
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Vianney Dubois on Padel: Data, Strategy, and the Future of the Sport (JOPS02E17)

October 8, 2024 • 41 mins
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 challen...
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Roby Gattiker: Eleven-Time World Champion's Secrets to Success (JOPS02E16)

September 24, 2024 • 48 mins
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 L...
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The Business of Padel: Insights from Alex Inglot, host of All the Angles padel Podcast (JOPS02E15)

September 10, 2024 • 37 mins
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 ...
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Rafa Vega on Coaching, Competing, and the Fun of Padel (JOPS02E14)

August 27, 2024 • 46 mins
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 ...
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