Pickleball had a headstart in gaining popularity in the US, but padel is growing fast.
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- Padel might look like pickleball, but there are big differences.
- Padel is another fast-growing racket sport that's particularly popular among the elite.
- Members-only padel clubs have attracted luxury brands hoping to cash in on high-earning players.
Many of us might've gotten an invite to join friends for a pickleball session...