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After establishing itself as one of Europe’s fastest-growing amateur padel circuits, the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour is taking a major step forward in its international expansion with its arrival in the U.S. in 2026. This strategic growth has been supported from the beginning by Babolat, the Tour’s Official Technical Sponsor and a key partner since its launch three years ago.

Following two successful editions in Spain and the launch of the Italian circuit, the Tour will now host four new events in the U.S., further strengthening its global footprint and reinforcing its commitment to delivering a competitive, values-driven amateur experience aligned with the Rafa Nadal Academy philosophy.

Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour USA by Playtomic – 2026 Calendar
The U.S. circuit will begin in Miami from March 13–15 at “Padel X,” continue April 24–26 at “Padel 39” in Austin, move to “Ultra Padel Miami” from May 8–10, and conclude at “Reserve New York” in the heart of Manhattan.

This expansion is supported by Playtomic, the world’s largest community of racket sport players and clubs.

Babolat: Technical Partner Since Day One
Since the Tour’s launch, Babolat has played a fundamental role as Official Technical Sponsor, contributing to its positioning, credibility, and player experience. As a global benchmark brand in racket sports, Babolat has supported the circuit’s development from its first edition, helping shape its identity through performance, innovation, and technical excellence.

For the U.S. launch and ongoing international growth, Babolat further reinforces its strategic presence through:
· Official Technical Sponsorship of the circuit
· Inclusion of Babolat products in all player Welcome Packs
· Awarding Babolat prizes to tournament champions
· On-site brand activations designed to elevate the player experience and strengthen community engagement

Babolat’s involvement extends beyond product visibility. Its technical expertise and brand equity elevate the competitive standard of the Tour, aligning the amateur circuit with professional performance benchmarks and reinforcing its international ambition.

Continued International Expansion
The U.S. launch marks another milestone in the global development of the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour. In 2026, the Spanish circuit will continue to visit key cities including Santander, Madrid, Cádiz, Valladolid, Estepona, Seville, Valencia, and Gijón, culminating in the Grand Final at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Manacor.

Meanwhile, the Italian circuit will also conclude in Mallorca after stops in Rome, Turin, Perugia, Bari, Bergamo, and Florence.

Since opening in 2016 in Manacor, the Rafa Nadal Academy has become internationally renowned for elite tennis development. Its strong commitment to padel—supported by state-of-the-art facilities, comprehensive training programs for juniors and adults, and a high-performance environment—has created the ideal platform for a circuit that now reaches beyond Europe.

With Playtomic’s technological ecosystem and Babolat’s long-standing technical partnership, the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour continues its international consolidation, offering thousands of players a premium amateur competition experience built on excellence, innovation, and passion for the game.