Courtois Invests in Dubai Padel Business

NXTPLAY, the sports investment platform co-founded by Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois and Gonzalo Vila, has invested in Dubai-based Gallop Global in its first move into padel.

Gallop Global organises the Emaar Dubai Premier Padel P1, part of the international Premier Padel circuit, and develops and delivers sporting events and live experiences across several markets.

The investment includes a strategic partnership that will combine NXTPLAY's network and experience in sports and media with Gallop Global's event development and delivery operations.

The companies plan to expand Gallop Global's international events portfolio and develop opportunities in additional markets as professional padel continues to grow.

The announcement coincided with the Emaar Dubai Premier Padel P1 at Hamdan Sports Complex. Gallop Global is led by CEO and co-founder Iván Modia.