In this episode of the “Joy of Padel” podcast, host Minter Dial welcomes Jonas Bjorkman, a celebrated tennis player turned padel enthusiast. Bjorkman shares his journey from tennis to padel, highlighting the sport’s social nature and its appeal as a relaxing yet competitive activity. He recounts his first encounter with padel in Portugal and his role in popularizing the sport in Sweden. Key points include the importance of adapting tennis skills to padel’s unique strategies and the significance of teamwork in doubles play. Bjorkman also discusses his experience managing the Swedish national team, emphasizing the value of camaraderie and national pride.
