Flex League Secures Six-Figure Seed Funding to Drive Growth in Saudi Sports-Tech Scene
by Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – July 30, 2025 — Flex League, a fast-growing Saudi sports-tech platform dedicated to racquet sports, has secured a six-figure USD seed funding round to accelerate regional expansion and enhance product development. The round was led by The Professional Tennis Academy and PAD-L Group — strategic investors with extensive networks of padel and tennis courts across the Kingdom.
A Hub for Racquet Sports in Saudi Arabia
Founded by Ibrahim Akeel, Faisal Sindi, and Mazen Madani, Flex League offers a user-friendly digital platform where players can join flexible competitions, book courts, and track performance. With nearly 10,000 players already on board, it is fast becoming a central hub for competitive and community-based racquet sports in Saudi Arabia and beyond.
Plans for Expansion and Innovation
The newly raised capital will be used to:
- Launch a new integrated court booking system within the existing app’s matchmaking and competition tools.
- Expand operations across Saudi Arabia and key MENA markets, targeting vibrant racquet sports communities.
- Grow the Flex League team with new hires in engineering, product development, and operations.
CEO Ibrahim Akeel highlighted the vision:
“With this investment, we’re creating a unified platform where players can compete, connect, and now book courts — all in one app. At the same time, we’re giving court operators the tools they need to run tournaments, build communities, and strengthen the competitive ecosystem.”
Evolving from Flexibility to Full Service
Initially launched to give amateur players the flexibility to compete on their own schedule, Flex League has evolved into a comprehensive solution for both players and court operators. Beyond tournament management, the platform fosters community engagement and offers performance tracking — helping the Kingdom’s racquet sports culture flourish.
Powering the Growth of Racquet Sports in the Kingdom
Backed by strategic investors and a rapidly growing user base, Flex League is poised to play a pivotal role in Saudi Arabia’s booming racquet sports market, which has witnessed surging popularity in padel and tennis over the past few years.
