{
  "id": 5671391,
  "title": "Why hundreds are waking up early for padel",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/why-hundreds-are-waking-up-early-for-padel-5671391",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-04T23:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/leisure/2026/09/05/why-hundreds-are-waking-up-early-for-padel"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A growing number of Klang Valley residents are embracing the unconventional habit of waking up before dawn for the sport of padel, a racquet game merging tennis and squash. Sunrise Padel Club, co-founded by Indraa Arasu and Stephanie Yeoh, now boasts over 700 members consistently gathering for early-morning matches. The inspiration for the community arose when Arasu was counseled by doctors to transition from nighttime sports to morning exercise, leaving her with the challenge of finding willing participants. The pair quickly expanded their group and, with Yeoh's assistance, transformed informal games into a well-organized club that hosts tournament-style events every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 7am. Co-founder Indraa believes the club's success stems from the camaraderie and support that make exercise more manageable and enjoyable. Members cite the social aspect as a key draw, with workouts setting a positive tone for the day and providing a shared ritual that transforms the routine into something meaningful. The club anticipates reaching its 100th session on September 12, but its true accomplishment lies in helping hundreds find joy in the simple act of starting the day with a morning workout.",
  "summary": "More than 700 Klang Valley members now gather for early-morning padel sessions built around exercise, friendship and routine.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Why hundreds are waking up early for padel",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/why-hundreds-are-waking-up-early-for-padel",
        "published": "2026-09-04T23:30:00.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}