In modern padel, playing conditions can completely transform a match. Altitude, humidity, temperature, court type… For amateur players, these variations are often secondary. For professionals, who constantly travel from one continent to another, it's a major issue. It is precisely on this point that the M3 Academy decided to innovate.

Slowing down the game… in Madrid

Even in the depths of winter, Madrid remains one of the places where the ball bounces the fastest. The altitude and low humidity naturally speed up the game, especially in air-conditioned facilities like those at the M3 Academy. This is paradoxical considering that many tournaments on the circuit are played on much slower courts.

To address this, the Madrid academy installed a special track designed to intentionally reduce the ball's bounce. This solution was conceived to allow players to adapt more quickly to the conditions they will encounter in competition.

A layer of moss under the grass

The principle is as simple as it is effective: a layer of synthetic foam placed under the grass. This foam It absorbs part of the impact, which significantly slows down the game. The ball bounces less, rallies last longer, and players can no longer rely solely on power, smashes, or fast viboras.

This type of surface is particularly good preparation for tournaments that are advertised as slower at the beginning of the season, such as those of Gijón ou Miami.

A tool designed for the elite

This is not a minor detail when you consider that the M3 Academy regularly hosts top-tier players: Ale Galán, Delfi Brea, Fede Chingotto or, Fran Guerrero.

The innovation was also conceived in relation to the central themes of Premier PadelInstalled in large stadiums, often on carpet, they are generally slower than the secondary tracks. Even if they speed up slightly with the passage of the public and the wear of the grass, their conditions remain very specific.

Towards more realistic training

With this foam track, the M3 Academy primarily aims to bring training closer to the reality of the racetrack. This refined, targeted adaptation could well inspire other centers in the future… and become a key new tool in the preparation of professional players.

Maceo ZERHAT

Maceo Zerhat discovered padel in 2020 at Domaine De Clairis in Burgundy. He contributed to the club's expansion by bringing his energy and curiosity. Padel Magazinehe transmits his antoushiasme and his " Padel"mania" by skillfully bouncing on all the latest news about your favorite sport!

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