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Padel Balls Hitting Eyes at High Speed, Ophthalmologists Warn of Damage
The rapid growth of padel players in the Netherlands has led to a sharp increase in eye injuries, according to ophthalmologist Ruud van der Pol. Padel balls can reach speeds over 100 km/h and cause serious damage such as retinal detachment or permanent vision loss due to the sport's close quarters and glass walls. Van der Pol, representing the Dutch Ophthalmological Society, urges players to wear safety goggles to prevent injury, noting that while padel is healthy, the risk of severe eye trauma is rising alongside its popularity.
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