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HOST A CUPRA FIP TOUR EVENT

HOST AN INTERNATIONAL FIP TOURNAMENT IN 2026

CUPRA FIP Tour & FIP Promises Junior Tournaments Now Open for Bids

The CUPRA FIP Tour, one of the most prestigious professional padel circuits in the world, and the FIP Promises Circuit are expanding their footprint in the United States. Following a successful 2025 season with four sanctioned events on U.S. soil, USPA member clubs now have the opportunity to apply to host these international tournaments in 2026.

Hosting a FIP Tournament is more than staging high-level matches. It is a chance to bring world-class professional padel and high-level junior players to your community, showcase your facilities on a global stage, and contribute directly to the growth and visibility of the sport across the Americas.


Why Host a CUPRA FIP Tour Event?

Prestige and Recognition

  • Position your club among an elite group of international venues
  • Gain recognition as a leading U.S. destination for professional padel
  • Welcome top-ranked international athletes and media

Growth and Impact

  • Elevate your facilities to international competition standards
  • Expand your local membership through heightened visibility and engagement
  • Build lasting partnerships with sponsors, federations, and the global padel community

Padel is entering a period of unprecedented expansion worldwide. By 2026, demand for professional competition in the U.S. is expected to be stronger than ever. Hosting a CUPRA FIP Tour event allows your club to be at the forefront of that momentum.


Host an Official FIP Promises Junior Tournament

In addition to open-level professional events, U.S. clubs may now apply to host a FIP Promises Junior Tournament, the official international competition pathway for players in the U14, U16, and U18 categories.

The FIP Promises circuit has become one of the most important development platforms for emerging athletes across the world, offering junior players the opportunity to:

  • Compete for international ranking points
  • Gain exposure to global competition formats
  • Experience a professional tournament environment from an early age
  • Represent their clubs and regions on an international stage

For USPA clubs, hosting a FIP Promises event is a unique opportunity to support youth development while attracting families, coaches, and federations from across the Americas. Hosting also strengthens your club’s leadership role in growing the next generation of U.S. padel talent.


A Unique Moment for U.S. Padel

Whether hosting a CUPRA FIP Tour event or a FIP Promises Junior Tournament, USPA clubs can play a pivotal role in shaping the future of padel in the United States. These events promote international engagement, elevate local playing standards, and inspire the next generation of athletes.


Applications for both event types are now open to USPA Member Clubs.

Take the next step in shaping the future of padel in the United States.

Take the next step in shaping the future of padel in the United States.

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