The Business of Padel: Insights from Alex Inglot (JOPS02E15)

Discussion about Alex's presence in the padel community and his podcast, "All the Angles."

Alex Inglot's Sporting Journey
Alex shares his early start in tennis, competing with his younger brother, Dom.
Transition from tennis to volleyball, influenced by his Polish maths teacher.
Achievements in volleyball, playing at the highest level in the UK until a shoulder injury.

Introduction to Padel
Alex's shift to padel, inspired by his brother's interest in the sport.
Began playing padel in early 2023, bringing his coordination and skills from tennis and volleyball.

Professional Background
Alex's career trajectory from corporate law to sports law and administration.
Roles in the sports industry, including communications and international relations around the Olympic space.
Experience with Sportradar and serving on the ATP board as a player representative.
Current role as the commissioner of a major esports league.

Padel Playing Style
Alex describes his aggressive playing style, comfort at the net, and challenges with mastering certain shots.
Comparison with his brother's skills and their occasional games together.

Business of Padel
Insights into the business side of padel, highlighting the excitement and opportunities in the sport.
Challenges in assessing the credibility of new ventures and the importance of due diligence.
Discussion on the hype surrounding padel and the need for sustainable growth.

Padel's Global Expansion
The impact of private equity and the importance of balancing short-term gains with long-term growth.
Lessons from the Swedish market and the need for careful planning and investment.
The role of technology in padel's growth, making the sport accessible and social.

Podcast "All the Angles"
Alex's motivation to create a business-focused padel podcast, bridging the gap between legacy markets and new frontiers.
Collaboration with Hexagon Cup to enhance the podcast's reach and content.
Goals for the podcast: providing valuable insights, fostering connections, and addressing key issues in the padel business ecosystem.

Audience Engagement
Encouragement for listeners to provide feedback and suggest topics or guests for future episodes.
Contact information for Alex and the podcast, inviting audience interaction and engagement.

Shownotes here: https://minterdial.com/2024/09/alex-i...