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EPISODE · May 20, 2025 · 28 MIN

Racquets, Walls, and Passion: Viviana Corcuera Reveals the Origins of Padel (JOPS03E08)

from The Joy of Padel · host Evergreen Podcasts

EPISODE JOPS03E08 EPISODE IS IN SPANISH You can find it on Youtube with English subtitles here: https://youtu.be/paV-2J_VWgo Viviana Corcuera, esposa de Enrique Corcuera con quien cofundó el pádel, comparte la fascinante historia del deporte desde sus inicios en 1969. Relata cómo evolucionó el equipamiento, desde raquetas de madera hasta las modernas que permiten jugadas espectaculares. Viviana destaca el carácter intergeneracional del pádel y su capacidad para unir familias. Recuerda anécdotas con personalidades como Henry Kissinger y describe la expansión internacional del deporte, especialmente en Argentina y España. Con entusiasmo, habla sobre el desarrollo de clubes en México y la emoción de los torneos actuales. Viviana transmite su pasión por el pádel, enfatizando su naturaleza de "espectáculo de circo" y su impacto en la sociedad. In English: Viviana Corcuera, wife of Enrique Corcuera with whom she co-founded padel , shares the fascinating history of the sport since its beginnings in 1968. She recounts how the equipment evolved, from wooden rackets to modern rackets that allow for spectacular plays. Viviana highlights the intergenerational nature of padel and its ability to unite families. She recalls anecdotes with personalities like Henry Kissinger and describes the international expansion of the sport, especially in Argentina and Spain. She enthusiastically discusses the development of clubs in Mexico and the excitement of current tournaments. Viviana conveys her passion for padel, emphasizing its "circus-like" nature and its impact on society. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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