Madrid Premier Padel 2026 — Schedule, Draw & Results
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Madrid — The Capital of World Padel
No city in the world has a deeper connection to professional padel than Madrid. Spain’s capital has been the spiritual home of the sport at the elite level for decades. Under the World Padel Tour, Madrid hosted the legendary Master Final — the season-ending championship that crowned the year’s best players. Under Premier Padel, Madrid remains a fixture on the calendar as a P1 event, one of the highest-tier tournaments outside the four Majors.
The 2026 edition continues Madrid’s tradition of delivering world-class padel to the most knowledgeable fans in the sport.
2026 Dates and Venue
- Dates: August 31 – September 6, 2026
- City: Madrid, Spain
- Category: Premier Padel P1
- Venue: Indoor arena in central Madrid
Madrid’s event falls at the end of summer, just before the Paris Major. This scheduling makes the Madrid–Paris back-to-back swing one of the most important stretches of the 2026 season, with players carrying form and confidence directly from one event to the next.
Prize Money and Ranking Points
As a P1 event, Madrid carries:
- Significant ranking points — second only to the four Majors
- Substantial prize money — typically in the €200,000–€350,000 range for combined draws
- High strategic importance — strong results in Madrid feed directly into year-end standings and Finals qualification
Madrid’s status as a P1 event means the draw is packed with the world’s best pairs. No one skips Madrid.
Key Players and Favourites
Madrid consistently produces electric atmospheres and high-level padel. Watch for:
Men’s draw:
- Arturo Coello and Agustín Tapia — the world’s top-ranked pair and heavy favourites at every event
- Ale Galán and Juan Lebrón — former world number ones with deep experience in Madrid
- Paquito Navarro — a Spanish fan favourite who raises his game on home soil
- Federico Chingotto — known for spectacular shot-making that thrills the Madrid crowd
Women’s draw:
- Ariana Sánchez and Paula Josemaría — dominant performers across the circuit
- Gemma Triay and Alejandra Salazar — vastly experienced and dangerous on Spanish courts
- Marta Ortega — a crowd favourite with the game to compete at the highest level
- Beatriz González — a rising force in the women’s draw
Madrid’s Legacy in Padel
Madrid’s place in padel history is unmatched:
- World Padel Tour era: Madrid hosted the Master Final for years — the most prestigious event on the old circuit, where the best eight pairs of the season competed for the ultimate prize
- Premier Padel era: Madrid transitioned to a P1 event, maintaining its elite status on the calendar
- Fan culture: Madrid’s padel fans are among the most passionate and knowledgeable in the world. The atmosphere at a Madrid padel event is comparable to the biggest tennis or football occasions in the city
- Player base: Madrid is home to many of the world’s top padel players, who train and compete in the city year-round
Spain accounts for the largest number of Premier Padel events on the 2026 calendar, with stops in Gijón, Valencia, Valladolid, and Málaga alongside Madrid. But Madrid remains the crown jewel.
How to Watch
- Red Bull TV — live coverage from the quarter-finals, free and global
- Premier Padel YouTube — highlights and interviews
- Movistar+ and Spanish sports channels — extensive domestic coverage
- premierpadel.com — live scores, draws, and streaming links
How to Buy Tickets
- premierpadel.com — official ticket portal for all Premier Padel events
- Local ticketing partners — on-site and online sales from Spanish event organisers
- Early rounds typically offer general admission at low cost or free
- Finals weekend tickets sell quickly — book as soon as they go on sale
Madrid’s padel events consistently draw large crowds. Attending in person is one of the best live sporting experiences available in the city.
Why Madrid Matters
Madrid is where padel dreams are made and broken. The city’s atmosphere, history, and fan culture create an intensity that elevates every match. Whether you are following from home or lucky enough to be in the stands, the Madrid Premier Padel 2026 is essential viewing.
For the full 2026 calendar and circuit explainer, see our 2026 season guide and Premier Padel circuit overview.
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