This Joy of Padel episode features Loïc Fery, a finance expert and sports enthusiast who owns FC Lorient and co-founded the 10 Padel team in the Hexagon Cup. Fery discusses his journey from tennis to padel, highlighting the sport’s accessibility and social aspects. He shares insights on managing both business and sports teams, emphasizing the importance of talent and emotions in sports. Fery also explores padel’s global growth potential and its possible inclusion in future Olympics.
Key points:
1. Padel’s lower barriers to entry compared to tennis, allowing players of different skill levels to enjoy the game together.
2. The similarities and differences between managing finance teams and sports teams, with emotions playing a crucial role in sports.