Nasal Strips in Padel and Tennis: A silent revolution!

In recent months, players including Federico Chingotto and Ale Galán have been noticed with something out of the ordinary attached to their noses: nasal strips. It’s easy to overlook, but in a physically demanding sport where every rally is a slugfest and recovery time between matches is minimal, that detail could be a game changer.

The idea is simple. By pulling open the nasal passages the strips make breathing through the nose easier. That’s more oxygen that reaches the lungs, the heart doesn’t have to pump as hard, and the body recovers quicker between points. For padel and tennis players. Sports that require explosive sprints, prolonged rallies and moments of peak concentration. That can be an advantage.

What used to be seen mainly as a tool against colds or snoring has quietly found its way into elite sports. Footballers, cyclists, and CrossFit athletes have already been using them, and now padel and tennis are following. The benefits are clear: more oxygen intake for sharper focus, calmer breathing for endurance, and less strain on the body for quicker recovery.

As top players adopt nasal strips, the trend is gaining momentum. Like many innovations in sport, what begins with professionals often spreads quickly to everyday athletes. For padel and tennis, nasal strips might just be the next small but powerful upgrade to performance.