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The Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by The Adecco Group is set for its third edition in 2026 after an historic 2025, where the circuit brought together nearly 2,000 players and confirmed its consolidation as one of the leading amateur competitions in Spain.

The official presentation of the new edition was held at Club Padel G24, where the sustained growth of the circuit was highlighted. Present at the event were Franco Stupaczuck, world number 5 in padel ranking, Maribel Nadal, Deputy General Director of the Rafa Nadal Academy, and Mr. Alberto Tomé, General Director of Sports for the Community of Madrid.

After doubling the number of participants in 2025, the Tour consolidates a calendar in Spain consisting of eight events before facing the final round which, as is tradition, will be held in November at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Mallorca.

During the season, the circuit will visit Santander, Madrid, Estepona, Seville, Valencia, Gijón, Jerez, Valladolid, and Mallorca, emphasizing its presence in cities that are key for organizing sports events and strategic for the development of amateur padel. All of this is maintained with an organizational standard that has been highly valued by both clubs and players.

The team format, inspired by the Hexagon Cup, continues to be one of the circuit’s major differentiating elements. Each team consists of a minimum of six players distributed into three pairs per knockout round, guaranteeing at least two matches per event. This structure promotes competitiveness, but also cohesion, camaraderie, and a collective experience of the tournament.

Maribel Nadal, Deputy General Director of the Rafa Nadal Academy, highlighted the project’s evolution: “The participation figures and the response we receive at each venue confirm that the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour has become a fixture in the national amateur calendar. Our goal is to continue growing without losing the essence that sets us apart: the team format, the comprehensive experience, and attention to every detail.”

The support of The Adecco Group as title sponsor, along with strategic partners such as Babolat, Quirónsalud, Grupo COX, Bikkoa, and Padel Point, continues to be crucial for the Tour’s growth, adding value to each event through activations, prizes, and exclusive experiences.

The circuit continues its international expansion project and, hand in hand with Playtomic, in 2026 the United States will host four circuit events in Miami, Austin, and New York, confirming the project’s global ambition. Italy will also once again play a prominent role with events in Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, Turin, and Ancona.

This third edition of the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by The Adecco Group reinforces its leadership in Spain and confirms its position as one of the amateur championships generating the most growth and excitement on the national scene.

Venues and calendar for the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by The Adecco Group in Spain:

1. SANTANDER: April 6-12. Venue: Club de Padel G6

2. MADRID: May 22 and 23. Venue: Padel G24

3. GIJÓN: May 29-31. Venue: Vade4 Padel Indoor

4. JEREZ: June 5-7. Venue: Jacaranda

5. VALLADOLID: July 3-5. Venue: Club Raqueta.

6. ESTEPONA: July 17-19. Venue: Unicorn Racket Club Estepona

7. SEVILLE: September 18 and 19. Venue: Iconic Sports & Social Club

8. VALENCIA: September 25 and 26. Venue: Family Sport Center

9. MALLORCA: December 13/20. Venue: Rafa Nadal Academy

Information and registration: HOME – Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour

Following its consolidation in Spain, where two successful editions have already been held, and the launch of the circuit in Italy, the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour continues to grow and will arrive in the United States in 2026 with Playtomic. In this way, the amateur circuit promoted by the Rafa Nadal Academy—which combines sport, leisure, competition, and values—will take a new strategic step in its internationalization process with four events on US soil.

The Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour USA by Playtomic calendar will consist of four events: it will kick off in Miami from March 13 to 15 at the “Padel X” club, followed by a stop from April 24 to 26 at “Padel 39” in Austin. The third event will take place at “Ultra Padel Miami” from May 8 to 10, and the closing event will be at “Reserve New York” in the heart of Manhattan.

For this expansion, the Rafa Nadal Academy will have the strategic support of Playtomic, the world’s leading app for racket sport players and clubs, which helps find courts, connect with other players, and focus on enjoying the game. At a time of strong growth for padel in North America, this alliance reinforces the circuit’s international ambition and its implementation capacity in key markets. The alliance with Babolat will also be key, as it has positioned itself as a strategic partner of the circuit and one of the big attractions for fans. Participants will receive brand products in the Welcome Packs, and winners will be awarded Babolat rackets.

At the event held at Club G24 in Madrid, Maribel Nadal, Deputy General Manager of the Rafa Nadal Academy, spoke very positively about this new step: “After the great reception we’ve had in Spain and the start of the circuit in Italy, making the leap to the United States is a very important step for us. Padel is growing spectacularly in this market, and doing so alongside a strategic partner like Playtomic allows us to continue bringing our methodology, our values, and our way of understanding competition to new players and new communities.”

Maribel was accompanied at the event by Franco Stupaczuck, number 5 in the world padel ranking, Mr. Alberto Tomé, Director General of Sports for the Community of Madrid, and Ezequiel Garay, former footballer and owner of the G24 club.

Laura Rivas, Sponsorship Director at Playtomic, mentioned: “Our mission is to drive the global growth of racket sports through technology and, therefore, we are especially excited to accompany and support the Rafa Nadal Academy in its arrival

in the United States. We have full confidence in this format, which strengthens the community and brings competition closer to new players in a key country for the future of padel.”

The arrival in the US further internationalizes the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour, which in 2026 will continue to visit some of the main cities in the country such as Santander, Madrid, Gijón, Jerez, Valladolid, Estepona, Seville, and Valencia before reaching the final event at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Manacor. Meanwhile, the circuit in Italy, which will also conclude in Mallorca, will stop in Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, Turin, and Ancona.

Known for training world-class tennis players since its opening in 2016 in Manacor, the Rafa Nadal Academy has also made a firm commitment to padel thanks to the development of training programs for youth and adults in state-of-the-art facilities featuring nine outdoor courts and ten indoor courts. Its fitness center, pioneering health and wellness spaces, wide range of dining options, and modern residence have made the Rafa Nadal Academy one of the ideal places for playing padel. All of this has fostered a perfect environment both for the development of young talent and for adults wishing to enjoy a unique experience in a habitat designed for high performance and sporting enjoyment.

With the arrival of the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour in the United States alongside Playtomic and its consolidation in Europe, thousands of players will be able to enjoy an amateur championship that is causing a sensation both inside and outside our borders.

Mallorca has successfully concluded the second edition of the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by The Adecco Group, the amateur circuit that this year, 2025, has gathered almost 2,000 players and has established itself as one of the most attractive and comprehensive offerings in amateur padel.

“The final event held at the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar facilities featured 215 team players from all parts of the peninsula, as well as from Italy and Switzerland, and combined competition, leisure, and a unique atmosphere that has become a hallmark of the Tour in these first two editions.

One of the most emotional moments of the weekend was the tribute received by Carolina Navarro, who recently retired from professional padel after a successful sports career. At the event, held at the Academy’s new indoor courts, the player from Malaga, an international padel icon, received the affection of all participants and of Maribel Nadal, Deputy General Director of the Rafa Nadal Academy, who recognized her exemplary career and her contribution to the development of padel.

The closing ceremony in Manacor concludes a journey that this year has taken the circuit to Santander, Madrid, Barcelona, Estepona, Seville, Valencia, and Gijón. In parallel, the Rafa Nadal Padel Tour by The Adecco Group began its international expansion with a Tour that has visited six other cities in Italy (Rome, Turin, Perugia, Bari, Bergamo, and Florence), with both circuits converging in the grand final.

Maribel Nadal, Deputy General Director of the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar, assessed the evolution of the circuit as follows: “The reception from players in the first edition was incredible, and in this one, expectations have been exceeded. The team format has definitely been a success, and being able to combine sport and leisure has provided us with a unique atmosphere in each of the events of both circuits. We are already working on the third edition to incorporate new features that will consolidate it as one of the leading circuits in amateur padel, and given the demand from many clubs and countries, we are also considering continuing with internationalization.”

The city of Gijón will host a stage of the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by The Adecco Group for the first time from October 3 to 5. The event, which will take place at VADE4 PADEL INDOOR, combines competition, leisure, fun, and values, and is part of an amateur padel circuit that brought together over 1,000 players last year.

“We are very excited to hold this event in Gijón. It’s a city that lives and breathes sports, and I believe it will be a very special experience,” said Maribel Nadal, Deputy General Director of the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar.

Registrations Those interested in participating can register before September 29: RNA PADEL TOUR 2025 Vadecuatro Padel Indoor (Gijón) | Metodika Eventos

Following the Hexagon Cup model, each participating team will consist of a minimum of six players, forming three pairs per round, and each team is guaranteed to play at least two rounds.

Additionally, the tournament will feature two men’s categories (Viper, high level, and Veron, medium level) and two women’s categories (Energy, high level, and Stima, medium level), where teams will compete to be crowned champions and enter a draw for a spot to play in the final stage in Mallorca, at the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar, next December.

This weekend in Valencia, the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by The Adecco Group experienced one of the standout moments of the season. A total of 250 players took part on September 19 and 20 at the Family Sport Center in the sixth event of the circuit.

The event brought together players from different men’s and women’s categories. Each team, made up of at least six players, played at least two knockout rounds, ensuring an intense competition schedule and a great team spirit that lasted throughout the weekend, also thanks to the activities organised around the tournament.

The Valencia event once again confirmed the appeal of this innovative amateur circuit, which combines competition, fun and values. Just for taking part, players received a Welcome Pack with a Nike T-shirt, NDL Pro-Health products, Babolat wristbands, Príncipe biscuits and sun protection from Cantabria Labs.

Maribel Nadal, Deputy General Manager of the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar, celebrated the excellent reception of the event: “The response in Valencia has been spectacular. Seeing the excitement with which the players competed confirms that the circuit keeps growing and is connecting more and more with fans.”.

The Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by The Adecco Group will travel to Gijón (October 3–5), before the grand final in December at the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar (Mallorca), where the winners of the circuit being held in parallel in Italy will also compete.

The Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by The Adecco Group held one of its most special events on the calendar this past weekend in Seville at the new Iconic Sport & Social Club, bringing together 200 players in a tournament that once again showcased the appeal of this amateur circuit.

The event, played in a team format and inspired by the Hexagon Cup, was excellently received by padel fans from Seville and many others who traveled from different parts of Spain. The participating teams, made up of a minimum of six players, thoroughly enjoyed the competition, resulting in a weekend marked by competitiveness, camaraderie, and fun—values that represent the essence of the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by The Adecco Group.

Just for participating, players received a Welcome Pack with a Nike t-shirt, NDL Pro-Health products, Babolat wristbands, Galletas Príncipe cookies, and sun protection from Cantabria Labs. Additionally, the champions of the different categories won Babolat rackets. Throughout the weekend, various challenges and raffles were held, and gifts were distributed thanks to Babolat, QuirónSalud, ZEL, and Bedoya, partners of the circuit. As an additional incentive, winners of certain events on the calendar will also receive tickets to form the Rafa Nadal Academy team for the next Hexagon Cup.

This innovative tour, now in its second edition, has visited Santander, Madrid, Barcelona, and Estepona in 2025, in addition to Seville. It was nominated in the latest edition of the World Padel Awards as “Best Amateur Circuit of the Year.”

The Mallorca event concluded the first edition of the Rafa Nadal Padel Tour by The Adecco Group circuit, an innovative amateur padel circuit that combines sport, leisure, fun, and values.

The Mallorca event concluded the first edition of the Rafa Nadal Padel Tour by The Adecco Group circuit, an innovative amateur padel circuit that combines sport, leisure, fun, and values.

The event was held at the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar’s own facilities with great success in participation, featuring numerous teams from the peninsula. In addition to the matches, the many leisure events that are already part of the Tour’s DNA took center stage. With the conclusion of this event, the first edition, which included tournaments in Santander, Madrid, Valladolid, Alicante, Barcelona, and Mallorca, is now complete. A clear sign of its success is that the Rafa Nadal Padel Tour by The Adecco Group is a candidate to win the award for best amateur circuit of the year at the “World Padel Awards” organized annually by Padel Spain.

Maribel Nadal, Deputy General Director of the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar, has reviewed the event: “We are very happy with how this first year has unfolded, as the reception from players has been incredible. The team format has definitely been a success, and combining sport and leisure has created a spectacular atmosphere at each event. We are already designing the second edition to incorporate new features that will consolidate this circuit as one of the most important in the world, and at the request of many clubs and countries, we are also considering internationalizing the circuit, which would be spectacular.”

Players have evaluated the circuit very positively due to the treatment received, the quality of the organization, the BABOLAT prizes, and the spectacular Welcome Pack, which included Nike t-shirts, products offered by NDL Pro-Health, Babolat wristbands, Príncipe cookies, and sun protection from Cantabria Labs. In addition to the BABOLAT rackets won by the champions, raffles and gifts were also provided by QuirónSalud, ZEL, and Bezoya, partners of the circuit. Furthermore, the champions of each event won tickets to cheer on the Rafa Nadal Academy team in their debut at the Hexagon Cup, which will be held from January 29 to February 2 at the Madrid Arena.

Known for its prestige in training young tennis players since its opening in 2016, the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar has also embraced padel through the development of training programs for young people and adults in state-of-the-art facilities that house 9 outdoor courts and 7 indoor courts. Its fitness center, pioneering health and wellness spaces, wide range of dining options, and modern residence make the Rafa Nadal Academy one of the ideal places for playing padel. Now, with the organization of the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by The Adecco Group, the goal is to share the values, methodology, and DNA of the academy within the amateur padel environment through an innovative circuit that is here to stay.

On July 13 and 14, Marbella will be the city hosting the fourth stage of the Rafa Nadal Padel Tour by The Adecco Group…

On July 13 and 14, Marbella will be the city hosting the fourth stage of the Rafa Nadal Padel Tour by The Adecco Group, an innovative amateur padel circuit that combines sport, leisure, fun, and values.

The tournament will be held at the Nueva Alcántara Club (NAC), one of the leading facilities in the province of Málaga. A total of 32 teams of 6 players, divided into 4 categories (two men’s and two women’s), will fight to win a tournament that has already visited Santander and Madrid, and will soon visit Valladolid, Alicante, and Barcelona. The winners in Málaga will have the chance to secure a spot for the final event to be held in December at the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar facilities in Mallorca.

During the Marbella event, each team will play a minimum of two rounds, and all participants can enjoy the many activities scheduled throughout the weekend. The highlight of the weekend will take place on Saturday afternoon with the Mahou Musical “Tardeo” and numerous activations organized by Babolat on the courts of the Nueva Alcántara Club (NAC).

Maribel Nadal, Co-Director of the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar, expressed her excitement: “We are very happy with how the first stages of the circuit have gone. We are exceeding all our expectations and now we’re really looking forward to arriving in Marbella. We firmly believe in this format that combines sport and leisure, and the team competition system is creating a spectacular atmosphere. I’m really looking forward to seeing the NAC and experiencing the tournament firsthand.”

Just by registering for the event, the 192 players will receive a Welcome Pack with a Nike t-shirt, products from NDL Pro-Health, Babolat wristbands, Príncipe cookies, and sun protection from Cantabria Labs. In addition to the BABOLAT rackets that the champions will win, there will also be raffles and gifts provided by QuirónSalud, ZEL, and Bezoya, partners of the circuit. The champions in Marbella will also win tickets to cheer on the Rafa Nadal Academy team at the Hexagon Cup.

Known for its prestige in training young tennis players since its opening in 2016, the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar has also committed to padel through the development of training programs for youth and adults in state-of-the-art facilities featuring 10 outdoor courts and 7 indoor courts. Its fitness center, pioneering health and wellness spaces, wide range of dining options, and modern residence make the Rafa Nadal Academy one of the ideal places for playing padel.

Now, by organizing the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by The Adecco Group, the goal is to share the values, methodology, and DNA of the academy within the amateur padel community through an innovative circuit that is here to stay.

From Thursday, June 6 through Sunday, June 9, Santander will be the city hosting the inaugural edition of the Rafa Nadal Padel Tour by The Adecco Group, an innovative amateur padel circuit that…

From Thursday, June 6 through Sunday, June 9, Santander will be the city hosting the inaugural edition of the Rafa Nadal Padel Tour by The Adecco Group, an innovative amateur padel circuit that aims to combine competition, leisure, fun, and values.

The tournament will be held at Club Padel G6, one of the premier facilities in Cantabria. A total of 32 teams of 6 players, divided into 4 categories (two men’s and two women’s), will compete to inaugurate the record books of a tournament that will later visit Madrid, Valladolid, Marbella, Alicante, and Barcelona. The winners in Santander will have the chance to earn a ticket to the final event to be held in December at the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar facilities in Mallorca.

During the Santander event, each team will play a minimum of two rounds, and all participants will be able to enjoy the numerous activities scheduled throughout the event. The highlight of the weekend will take place on Saturday afternoon with the Mahou Musical Afternoon and the numerous activations organized by Babolat on the courts of Club Padel G6.

Maribel Nadal, Deputy General Manager of the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar, expressed great excitement: “We’re really looking forward to this event starting in Santander. We’re thrilled by the positive response the circuit has received and how quickly all the teams signed up. It’s a shame that so many teams ended up on the waiting list! We’re convinced that this model combining sport and leisure will be a success, and we hope all the players enjoy it from the very first minute.”

Just for registering for the event, the 192 players will receive a Welcome Pack with a Nike shirt, product offered by NDL Pro-Health, Babolat wristbands, Príncipe cookies, and sun protection from Cantabria Labs. Additionally, there will be raffles and gifts offered by QuirónSalud, ZEL, and Bezoya, circuit partners.

Known for its prestige in training young tennis players since its opening in 2016, the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar has also committed to padel through the development of training programs for youth and adults at state-of-the-art facilities featuring 10 outdoor courts and 7 indoor courts. Its fitness center, pioneering health and wellness spaces, extensive dining options, and modern residence have made the Rafa Nadal Academy one of the ideal places for playing padel.

Now, with the organization of the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by The Adecco Group, the goal is to showcase the values, methodology, and DNA of the academy in the amateur padel environment through an innovative circuit that’s here to stay.

Known for its prestige in training young tennis players since its opening in 2016, the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar has also embraced padel, thanks to the development of training programs for young people and adults in state-of-the-art facilities featuring 10 outdoor courts and 7 indoor courts.

Its fitness center, pioneering health and wellness spaces, extensive dining options, and modern residence make the Rafa Nadal Academy one of the ideal places for playing padel. This wide range of services is complemented by leisure and training spaces such as the Rafa Nadal Museum and the Rafa Nadal School, also located within the Campus itself.

The academy, where professional players like Patricia Martínez train, has already organized numerous padel tournaments, including a World Padel Tour Challenger event.