by Minter Dial | Sep 29, 2026 | Padel, Sports
Padel is a funny game—funny not merely because it can make you laugh, but because it can make you question your coordination, your judgement and, occasionally, your choice of sport. Most sports have momentum swings. Padel adds a special layer of chaos: a ball that...
by Minter Dial | Sep 23, 2026 | Padel, Sports
The Joy of Padel podcast with Alfonso Patacho (JOPS04E18) On the latest episode of the JOY OF PADEL podcast, I was delighted to welcome Alfonso Patacho—one of the most charismatic and passionate figures on the British padel scene, and a player I’ve had the privilege...
by Minter Dial | Sep 9, 2026 | Joy of Padel, Padel, Podcast
The Joy of Padel Podcast Season 04 Episode 17 On this latest episode of the JOY OF PADEL podcast, I turned the mic on myself for a change. Rather than the usual interview format, I decided to tackle one of the most frequent—and, let’s be honest, the most...
by Minter Dial | Sep 1, 2026 | Padel, Sports
If you play padel, this article is specifically for you! Conversely, if you don’t play but you know someone who does, please pass it along to them! Have you ever heard yourself say after losing a padel match: “We lost because of my partner.” While it might be...
by Minter Dial | Mar 24, 2026 | Padel, Sports
Picture the scene. It is a bright Saturday morning. Four players stride onto the padel court with the confidence of knights entering a jousting arena — helmets metaphorically on (although one year, it was a real helmet, after I had suffered a concussion), racquets...
