Qatar Airways Premier Padel Tour 2026: Schedule, Star Points, and Updates on the World Tour
The 2026 Premier Padel Tour is set to write a new chapter in the history of professional padel worldwide. With 26 tournaments spread across 18 countries and several new features—such as the introduction of the new “Star Point” scoring system—the season, which is about to get into full swing, promises to take this sport to unprecedented levels of popularity. From the opening event in Riyadh to the grand finale in Barcelona, the world’s top male and female players will compete on the most prestigious courts. This year’s Premier Padel calendar features even more events than in previous seasons, with new stops in London and Pretoria, and record-breaking prize money, confirming the circuit’s ever-growing importance.
Let’s take a closer look at everything you need to know about the 2026 Premier Padel: from the full schedule with all the tournament dates to the latest rule changes, from partner changes to all the useful information for buying tickets and watching the matches live from home.
2026 Premier Padel Schedule: Global Expansion and New Stops
The Qatar Airways Premier Padel Tour officially kicked off on February 9 with the Riyadh Season P1 in Saudi Arabia, immediately following the conclusion of the Hexagon Cup in Madrid. The first event of the year kicked off a season that will see professional padel tour players travel across four continents in a series of tournaments that will provide nearly nonstop excitement from February through December.
Among the most anticipated new additions to the 2026 calendar are three destinations that are completely new to the sport. London will host its first P1 tournament from August 3 to 9, bringing padel to the heart of one of the world’s most important sports capitals and reaffirming the circuit’s ambition to conquer the most competitive markets. Premier Padel will also make its debut in South Africa, where the Pretoria P2 will take place from July 27 to August 2—a tournament that will further strengthen the circuit’s presence on the continent following the NewGiza stop. Valencia, meanwhile, will return to the circuit with the P1 tournament scheduled for June 8–14, bringing top-tier padel back to a city that now boasts a well-established tradition of the sport.
In addition to the Valencia P1, Spain will host a total of six tournaments in Gijón (March 2–8), Valladolid (June 22–28), Málaga (July 13–19), Madrid (August 31–September 6), and Barcelona, which will host the finals from December 7 to 13. Italy also confirms its presence on the calendar with two prestigious events: the BNL Italy Major from June 1–7 at the Foro Italico in Rome—one of the season’s four Majors—and the Milan P1 from October 12–18. This year, the tour will also visit exotic destinations such as Cancún and Miami in the Americas, Qatar and Egypt in the Middle East, and several European capitals, including Brussels, Paris, and Rotterdam.
To view the complete schedule with all the latest dates, match times, and detailed information on each tournament, visit the official Premier Padel website, where you’ll also find news, standings, and exclusive content about the tour.
Star Point: How the Scoring System Is Changing
One of the most significant changes introduced in 2026 concerns the scoring system. After months of consultations, Premier Padel and the FIP (International Padel Federation) have decided to adopt the Star Point System for deuce games in all tournaments. This new system stems from the practical need to limit prolonged tiebreaks, which, in some cases (such as at the recent Barcelona Finals), have resulted in games lasting nearly 20 minutes.
But how exactly does the Star Point work? When a game reaches the third tie at 40-40, instead of continuing with the traditional advantage system—which could drag on—the Punto de Oro comes into play. In practice, a single decisive point is played that immediately determines who wins the game. This system ensures that every game ends quickly once the score is tied.
Star Point has two main objectives: first, to preserve the tradition and essence of padel while modernizing the sport; and second, to significantly improve players’ well-being and increase audience engagement and the sport’s appeal on television.
Where to Watch the 2026 Premier Padel: Global Coverage and Live TV Broadcasts
For fans wondering where to watch the Premier Padel Tour, the circuit will once again feature extensive television and digital coverage in 2026, ensuring you won’t miss a single moment of the most exciting matches. Red Bull TV is the main platform for broadcasting the circuit and will allow viewers to stream all matches from the quarterfinals through the finals of each tournament.The Red Bull TV app is available for free on iOS and Android mobile devices, smart TVs, and also through DAZN, ensuring full accessibility without the need for a subscription.
In 2026, Sky Sport will once again be the main television partner for the Premier Padel Tour, allowing viewers to watch all tournaments on its sports channels—specifically on Sky Sport Tennis (channel 203) for subscribers to the Sky Sport package. The pay-TV service also offers exclusive content through the “This Is Padel” segment, which features in-depth analysis, interviews, and behind-the-scenes reports from the circuit. Sky subscribers can also watch matches on the go via Sky Go, ensuring maximum viewing flexibility.
SuperTennis, the Italian Tennis and Padel Federation’s channel available on channel 64 of digital terrestrial TV, also offers free-to-air coverage of the final stages of many tournaments, making padel accessible to all Italian fans without the need for a subscription. The channel also features dedicated segments such as “Padel Parade.” For the early rounds of tournaments, Premier Padel’s official YouTube channel streams matches for free, allowing viewers to follow the players in the early stages of the circuit.
Premier Padel Tickets: How to Attend Events In Person
For those who want to experience the thrill of padel live, tickets for the Premier Padel Tour are available through each tournament’s official channels. The BNL Italy Major in Rome, one of the most anticipated events of the season, has already opened ticket sales. The event offers a unique opportunity to watch matches featuring the world’s top male and female players in the historic setting of the Foro Italico from May 31 to June 7, 2026, with free admission on the first two days (May 31 and June 1).
Ticket prices vary considerably depending on the round and seat type. VIP options are also available, including courtside seats, access to exclusive areas, and catering services. For the Italian tournament, special discounts are available for members of the Italian Tennis and Padel Federation, with savings of up to 20%: “Atleta” and “Gold” members can enjoy a 20% discount on single tickets and a 10% discount on season tickets, while “Socio” members are entitled to a 10% discount on tickets and a 5% discount on season tickets.
For the other tournaments on the circuit, each event has its own ticketing system through official partner platforms. The Milano Premier Padel P1 uses TicketOne as its primary platform, while for international Majors —such as the one in Paris at Roland-Garros—tickets are available through international sales channels. For up-to-date information on ticket availability and how to purchase tickets for all tournaments on the calendar, visit the official Premier Padel website and follow each event’s official social media channels to receive real-time updates on when sales open and any special promotions.
The Circuit’s greatest champions and the new pairs
2026 is shaping up to be a year of transition and major changes in the competitive landscape of professional padel. Arturo Coello and Agustín Tapia have established themselves as the pair to beat, having dominated much of the 2025 season and kicked off 2026 with a victory at the Riyadh P1. However, their dominance will be constantly challenged by top-tier pairs such as Federico Chingotto and Alejandro Galán, who will be looking to bounce back after their loss in the Riyadh final.
Among this season’s highlights is the debut of several new pairs. Leo Augsburger has formed a new partnership with Juan Lebrón, creating one of the most anticipated pairs of the year. Women’s padel is also experiencing a period of great excitement, with Gemma Triay and Delfina Brea seeking consistency after the challenges of the second half of 2025, while Ariana Sánchez and Andrea Ustero have established themselves as one of the breakout duos by winning the Riyadh P1.
The year 2026 will also mark the final year as professionals for two champions: Miguel Lamperti and Alejandra Salazar. Both have written unforgettable chapters in the history of this sport, and their farewell to the tour will be an emotional moment for all fans.
Special Events and Side Competitions
In addition to the 26 tournaments on the main circuit, the 2026 Qatar Airways Premier Padel Tour calendar also includes major special events. The FIP World Cup, the Padel World Championship that brings together the best pairs on the international scene, will take place from November 1 to 7 at a location yet to be officially confirmed, though it is speculated that it may once again be held in an Arab country.
The Mediterranean Games will also include padel among the sports on the program from August 24 to 30, helping to solidify the sport’s institutional recognition at the level of major multisport events.
Alongside the Premier Padel, theHexagon World Series—the official team circuit governed by the FIP—continues to grow. In 2026, the Hexagon World Series is scheduled to feature three events: in September (14–20), October (22–25), and December (17–20), with the host cities to be announced shortly. The strategic agreement announced in December 2025 between the FIP, the Hexagon Cup, and the sports agency 54 aims to expand and consolidate this circuit, creating new commercial opportunities and strengthening padel’s long-term Olympic ambitions.
