How open games are changing padel in Portugal

How many times have you wanted to play padel or tennis but didn’t have a partner? Or worse — you had the racket in your hand, the will to compete, but were missing one more player?
Now imagine not having to organize anything. Just open an app and instantly join or create a public match. Simple, right? And it has a name: Tieplayer’s Open Games.

What Are Open Games?

They’re the feature that is changing the way padel and tennis are played in Portugal. Open Games allow you to create or join matches with available spots. They’re the ideal solution for players who want to play even when they don’t have a fixed group.

And no — it’s not fiction. It’s a real Tieplayer feature that takes you from your smartphone to the court in just a few taps.

The Story of a Quiet Revolution

Padel and tennis have been growing explosively in Portugal. But with that maturity came the usual challenges: busy schedules, inconsistent groups, and, above all, the increasing difficulty of finding competitive matches with players at the same level.

In this context, Open Games emerged as the practical solution to a common frustration. They introduced a new way to connect players spontaneously, easily, and accessibly.

You don’t need to know anyone. You just need the will to play and improve.

How Open Games Are Changing the Padel and Tennis Community

1. They Increase Playing Frequency

Instead of depending on everyone else’s availability, you can play whenever you want. Open Games eliminate the frustration of struggling to organize a match on your own and significantly increase the number of weekly games for many players.

2. They Bring Together People With the Same Passion

An engineer, a student, a teacher, and a business owner meet on court. They had never seen each other before. They end up laughing and planning to play again.
That’s the magic of Open Games: they create real padel and tennis communities that go beyond the usual closed groups.

3. They Promote Inclusion and Confidence

New players feel more comfortable trying the sport. Experienced players find constant challenge. And everyone shares the spirit of the game.
It’s a more vibrant, open, and collaborative community.

The Technology Connecting Players

Tieplayer made all of this possible with a feature designed to be incredibly easy to use:

• Open Games filtered by location, level, and time

• Ability to create a match in seconds

• Integration with partner clubs

Here, technology serves a simple purpose: making everything easier.
But its impact goes far beyond convenience — it transforms how players experience the sport and integrate it into their daily routines.

Real Cases: The Impact on Clubs

Clubs that promote Tieplayer’s Open Games are experiencing a new reality:

• Empty time slots are now consistently filled

• Occasional players are turning into regulars

• Revenue increases with less management effort

One club in central Portugal reported a 35% increase in bookings during low-demand hours. And yes — it all started with one button.

Play Without Excuses and Build Connections Without Barriers

Open Games are changing how padel and tennis are played because they place the player at the center of the experience. They give freedom, options, and above all, community.
For many players, the new routine is simple:

• Open the app

• Check who’s playing nearby

• Join and play

No excuses. No impossible logistics.
It’s a cultural shift in sport. Open Games are bringing people together, energizing clubs, and strengthening a true sporting community across the country.
And the best part? This is just the beginning.

If you haven’t tried it yet, look for your next game on Tieplayer.
It might be just around the corner — literally.