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LeDap Group appoints Eno Polo as new CEO

LeDap today announces the appointment of Eno Polo as new CEO of the LeDap Group, effective September 5. Eno Polo has a long background from consumer goods and retail businesses, having held senior executive positions with Global Brands Group, Havaianas and Nike. As a former professional tennis player, he also brings long experience from professional sports and currently serves on the Board of Directors of ATP and as a consultant to FIFA. “There is tremendous opportunity to professionalize and develop the industry, and I very much look forward to bringing my experience from the world of

LeDap enters Germany and the UK opening the first We Are Padel clubs

LeDap continues its expansion by entering two of Europe's key markets: Germany and the UK. The first We Are Padel clubs outside Sweden are opening this week in Düsseldorf, Germany, and Derby, the UK. Other clubs in London, Hamburg, Berlin and Koblenz will follow in the upcoming weeks. Pontus Gustafsson, Group CEO of LeDap and founder of We Are Padel: “We are thrilled to open our first We Are Padel club outside Sweden this year. We started We Are Padel in 2017 in Örebro, and after becoming the market leader in Sweden we are excited to expand our brand across the world. It will be LeDap’s

LeDap enters Middle East through acquisition of A Team Experience in Abu Dhabi

LeDap Group (“LeDap”) today announces expansion into the fast-growing Padel market in the Middle East through the acquisition of A Team Experience in Abu Dhabi. LeDap has formed a partnership with the founders of A Team Experience to accelerate growth in the region. The first centre opened on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi this week, to be followed by several additional secured locations during 2022. Further expansion in the Middle East through organic initiatives and acquisitions to follow. Pontus Gustafsson, Group CEO of LeDap: “This is an important milestone for LeDap as we now take our

LeDap launches new innovative and dynamic Padel centre concept; “LeDap Stockholm” first location

LeDap Group (“LeDap”) today announces the launch of a new innovative Padel centre concept aimed at offering Padel enthusiasts a unique, dynamic and holistic experience. The centres will be branded “LeDap” and will be established in select locations in Europe and globally. The first centre, “LeDap Stockholm”, will open in April 2022.     Pontus Gustafsson, Group CEO of LeDap: “We are very excited about the launch of this concept. During our work to establish LeDap we have seen many fantastic padel centres with great set-ups and creative ideas to offer Padel players something extra. We are

LeDap acquires Racketspecialisten – the leading eCommerce player for Padel and racket sports in Northern Europe

LeDap Group (“LeDap”) today announces the acquisition of Racketspecialisten (“RS”, www.racketspecialisten.se) and complements its leading position in Padel centres with an integrated eCommerce platform. Pontus Gustafsson, Group CEO of LeDap: “We are pleased to announce this important acquisition of RS. It allows LeDap to offer padel players in our core markets access to a complete and wide assortment of equipment, accessories and apparel. With an integrated approach between the eCommerce and in-centre stores, LeDap will further enhance the padel experience with a unique omni-channel

LeDap acquires Padel Club Denmark

LeDap Group (“LeDap”) today announces the acquisition of Padel Club Denmark (“PCDK”), the largest padel chain in Denmark. Pontus Gustafsson, Group CEO of LeDap: “We are very excited about this new partnership. Denmark is a top priority growth market for LeDap and we look forward to working together with the talented management team and employees of PCDK to further promote and develop the sport in Denmark.” Søren Stoklund, Co-founder of PCDK: “We are pleased to welcome LeDap as new owners of PCDK. To become part of a large international padel group offers PCDK the opportunity to

LeDap Group acquires MejorSet – the leading Padel court manufacturer

LeDap Group (“LeDap”) today announces the acquisition of MejorSet, a globally leading manufacturer of Padel Courts, and the official court supplier of the International Padel Federation. The core of LeDap is focused on operating Padel centres. With the acquisition of MejorSet, LeDap further broadens its operations within Padel to also include court manufacturing and thereby become an active player in driving development and innovation of courts, as well as ensuring there is sufficient supply to support the growth of the sport. Pontus Gustafsson, CEO of LeDap: “This is an important and

LeDap Group acquires Swedish Padel Open

LeDap Group (“LeDap”) today announces the acquisition of Swedish Padel Open (“SPO”), the leading organizer of Padel tournaments in Sweden, and the exclusive rights to run the only two World Padel Tour (WPT) competitions in Sweden. The core of LeDap is focused on operating Padel centres. With the acquisition of SPO, LeDap further broadens its operations within Padel to also include tournaments and direct involvement in the professional side of the sport. Pontus Gustafsson, CEO of LeDap: “We are very excited about this acquisition. We are taking a holistic view on the sport of Padel.

LeDap to create the world’s leading Padel group

LeDap Group (“LeDap”) today announces its establishment with an ambition to become the world’s leading platform to drive the growth, innovation, digitalization and professionalization of the sport of Padel. The creation of LeDap has been made possible through more than 30 acquisitions that Triton has supported in partnership with management teams, co-owners and passionate Padel entrepreneurs. The core of the group is focused on operating Padel centres and LeDap has been established in Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Poland, Estonia and Austria. The Group today manages more than 90

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