Global football legends take to the padel court as WPA supports Sharjah’s vision for inclusive, multi-sport community engagement

(Courtesy of World Padel Academy)

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates – 14 January 2026: World Padel Academy (WPA) hosted a high-profile padel tournament on 10 January as part of Sharjah’s Week of the Stars, organised by Sharjah Commerce & Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) and Sharjah Sports Council. The event returned for its fourth edition, taking place from 7–12 January 2026 and bringing together international sporting icons and the local community.

The new weekly series, supported by SkinLab, blends fitness, self-care, and social connection to empower women across the UAE

Dubai, UAE – September 1, 2025 – World Padel Academy (WPA), supported by the leading skincare clinic SkinLab, has launched Smash and Glow, a dynamic weekly padel series dedicated to women. This wellness and sport-driven initiative underscores a commitment to empowerment and inclusivity, reflecting the UAE’s ongoing efforts to celebrate women’s achievements.

Developed through WPA’s own coaching system, each program is designed to bring out the best in players, open up access to the sport, and help grow a vibrant padel community.

Dubai, UAE – 25 August 2025: World Padel Academy (WPA) has announced the launch of its new Junior and Adult Academies, created to make padel more accessible to aspiring players of all ages and skill levels. The initiative reflects WPA’s commitment to growing a strong community around one of the world’s fastest-growing sports, while fostering talent and personal development both on and off the court through its specialised coaching system and structured training model.