American players will have the chance to compete on the world’s biggest padel stage!
The United States Padel Association (USPA) and Miami Premier Padel P1 are thrilled to announce the return of the USPA Wild Card Tournament, giving American players a direct pathway to compete at one of the most prestigious padel events on the planet.
The Wild Card Tournament will be held on Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, at Urban Padel, located at 11601 NW 107th St., Doral, FL 33178, just days before the main event gets underway across the city at the Miami Beach Convention Centre.
An Opportunity Like No Other
Open to both men’s and women’s pairs, the Wild Card Tournament is restricted to USA passport holders, ensuring this is a dedicated opportunity for American talent to earn their place among the world’s elite. Seedings and draw selection will be based on each pair’s combined USPA ranking points, rewarding players who have put in the work on the national circuit.
Fernando BelasteguÃn, Tournament Director for the Miami Premier Padel P1 and the greatest player in the sport’s history, expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity the Wild Card Tournament offers.
“I am incredibly excited to support the growth of padel here in the United States, and this Wild Card Tournament is a perfect example of what that commitment looks like in action,” said BelasteguÃn. “These players have dedicated themselves to building their game and their careers, and giving them the chance to step onto the biggest stage in our sport, in front of a Miami crowd, is something I am very proud to be part of. This is how you grow a sport: by opening doors for the next generation.”
Juan Arraya, Chair of the USPA Competition Committee, echoed that excitement and highlighted what the partnership means for players across the country.
“This is an extraordinary opportunity for American padel players, and we couldn’t be more grateful,” said Arraya. “To compete on the same stage as the best players in the world, right here in the United States, is the kind of experience that defines careers. Through our partnership with Premier Padel, the USPA and our American players have been given something truly special, and I’m sure they will make the most of it.”
How to Enter
The entry deadline is Thursday, March 12, at 11:00 PM ET. Players enter at this link. (Players must have a USA passport to enter)
For more information, contact the USPA directly at info@padelusa.org.
Miami Premier Padel P1 Tickets and Access
Tickets are already available for purchase at tickets.miamipremierpadel.com, with organisers emphasising that pricing has been kept accessible to encourage a wide audience to experience professional padel live for the first time.
For those travelling to the venue, the Miami Beach Convention Centre is centrally located and well-connected, at the heart of Miami Beach.
Don’t Miss a Rally
Get the full tournament details, player news, and schedule updates straight from the source. Visit the official Miami Premier Padel website to plan your visit and stay in the loop as the event draws closer.