The History of Paddle Tennis: from the Courtyards of Mexico to a World Sensation
Abstract
Paddle tennis is a racket sport that combines elements of tennis and squash. It was created in Mexico in the 1960s. From the following decade it arrived in Spain where it became popular after the construction of fields throughout the country and the rise of local and international competitions. It also spread throughout Latin American countries and currently has an international circuit in which the best players in the world participate. It is also a sport in which people of all ages participate recreationally, which is a key factor in its continued growth.
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