Abu Dhabi announced that it will host the final round of the inaugural season of the Hexagon World Padel Series in October 2027, with the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism working with the International Padel Federation (FIP), according to a statement issued on 22 October 2026.
The statement said the event will take place as part of a four-stop opening season for the team-based professional padel competition, under FIP supervision. It described the series as the first official professional team padel tournament organized under the federation.
Season schedule across three continents
The press release outlined the opening season route as beginning in Madrid, Spain, from 21 to 24 January 2027. It then said the series will move to North America in March 2027 and to the Scandinavian countries in June 2027, before concluding in Abu Dhabi in October 2027.
The statement added that the series is an extension of the Hexagon Cup, which has held three editions in Madrid since 2024. It said the latest Hexagon Cup, held in Madrid in 2026, drew more than 37,000 spectators.
Eight mixed teams to compete
According to the announcement, the Hexagon World Padel Series will feature international competition in a team format, with eight mixed teams made up of leading players from around the world.
Officials cite international event and community impact
Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism, was quoted as saying that hosting the Hexagon World Padel Series in 2027 reflects the emirate3 steadfast commitment to bringing major international sporting events to Abu Dhabi and increasing community participation in sports. The statement said Al Mubarak also described the tournament as a way to bring high-level padel stars to the emirate and create opportunities for residents and visitors to watch major competitions and encourage more active and healthy lifestyles.
The statement further quoted the Abu Dhabi official as saying the event supports Abu Dhabi3 standing as a leading global destination for sports events and helps advance the sports sector and its impact on quality of life.
Hexagon Cup founder welcomes Abu Dhabi as host
Enrique Bottoaventura, the founder of the Hexagon Cup and co-founder of the Hexagon World Padel Series, was also quoted. The statement said he expressed satisfaction with Abu Dhabi being selected to host the final round of the series3 first international season, citing the emirate3 sports infrastructure and experience in hosting global sporting events.
In addition, the announcement said Bottoaventura noted that working with the Department of Culture and Tourism would help introduce padel to new audience segments, broaden the base of players and followers, and provide a sporting experience for athletes and spectators aimed at strengthening community engagement through sport.
Padel facilities and local development
The press release said Abu Dhabi offers indoor and outdoor padel courts and related sports programs, with training initiatives and tournaments intended to allow players across age groups and skill levels to participate and develop.
It also said the final round in October 2027 will give fans and padel enthusiasts a chance to watch competitions featuring professional players while supporting emerging local talent and encouraging interaction between local players and the global padel community.
The statement said the event forms part of broader efforts by Abu Dhabi to attract major international sporting events, develop sports tourism, and encourage community participation in sport.