The 2025 #padel expo season is about to kick off, with the first stop being Racquet Trend in Milan, Italy two weeks from tomorrow -- and dozens of top U.S. padel pioneers and entrepreneurs will be in attendance. This includes Chris Klein of PickleballPadel who recently told me: "I’m thrilled to announce that I have been selected as a U.S. Ambassador for the prestigious Racquet Trend Expo. This incredible event brings together leaders in racquet sports from around the globe, and I’m honored to be part of it. At the expo, I will be speaking about introducing #pickleball to European markets, sharing insights and strategies to grow this rapidly expanding #sport internationally. Additionally, I’ll be collaborating with global padel companies to help them navigate entry into the U.S. market. My focus will be on integrating padel into existing pickleball facilities—an area where my extensive knowledge and experience can make a significant impact. It’s an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of both sports and to connect with industry innovators from around the world. I can’t wait to share what I learn and to continue driving the evolution of these dynamic sports!" The first two editions of Racquet Trend attracted over 40,000 people and this year promises to be even bigger with 21 courts for different #racketsports being set up across the venue's 30,000 sq. meters. For further details, check out this write-up from Mike Dale after his recent conversation with Racquet Trend's International Relations Manager Piero Giardina. And if you're headed to Milan for Racquet Trend, please let us know in the comments below.
We will see you in Milan!