It will soon be one of the most played sports in world, UAE’s Al Janahi says on growth of padel

Dubai: Padel was never part of Fares Al Janahi’s original plan. The 26-year-old Emirati athlete had been building a promising tennis career before an untimely injury interrupted his progress. But in 2021, when padel was still relatively unknown in the UAE, Al Janahi decided to give the sport a try — just as a hobby. It didn’t take long, however, for that casual interest to turn into a passion, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter in his athletic journey. Today, Al Janahi is on a mission to become the No 1 padel...