Padel Sport Gains Mainstream Exposure with Global Streaming Series Launch in 2026

The world's fastest-growing sport, padel, is preparing to enter mainstream television in 2026 with the launch of the first dedicated streaming series focused on the padel phenomenon. The show, with the working title 'Padel Planet', will premiere in Q2 2026 on a leading global VOD platform, marking a significant milestone for the sport's global recognition. This development represents a pivotal moment for padel, similar to how 'Drive to Survive' dramatically expanded Formula 1's fan base by making the sport accessible and engaging to mainstream audiences.

Season 1 will launch with six episodes produced in English and translated into multiple languages, bringing padel to a truly global audience while focusing on the broader lifestyle, travel, and wellness aspects surrounding the sport. The production takes viewers on an international journey across more than 20 countries, uncovering padel's rapid rise in both expected and unexpected locations worldwide. With travel and adventure at its core, the series showcases some of the world's most spectacular settings, from iconic urban courts to remote beaches and mountain landscapes.

The series will feature everyday players, A-list celebrities, and key figures behind the sport's growth, providing comprehensive insight into why padel has become so popular globally. Paul Woodman, the show's creator and presenter of Amazon Prime Video's 'On the Road' series, emphasized the universal appeal of the project, stating that viewers don't need to be padel fans to enjoy the program. Production has already commenced, with further details including the specific streaming platform and full participant lineup to be announced in the coming months, building anticipation for what promises to be a transformative moment for padel's global profile.