France further confirms its place among the key nations of world padelFor the 2026 season, France will host four major international events, distributed between the circuit Premier Padel and the FIP circuit, illustrating the country's rise to power on the international stage.
FIP Platinum Marseille
The international season in France will begin very strongly with the FIP Platinum of Marseille, scheduled from February 2 to 8, 2026Welcomed at Palais des SportsThe event will bring together some of the world's best pairs in an iconic Marseille sports venue.
Positioned just before the start of the circuit Premier PadelThis FIP Platinum represents a strategic step at the start of the season, ideal for players wishing to accumulate points and launch their year in optimal conditions.
Bordeaux continues to shine
Le Betclic Bordeaux Premier Padel remains a key stop on the international circuit in France. The third edition of this tournament will take place from 27 June at 5 July 2026, at the Bordeaux Mériadeck ice rink, a place that combines a sporting atmosphere and proximity to the local public.
Since its creation, the P2 Bordeaux attracted the best players in the world and offered high-level matches, helping to strengthen the attractiveness of padel in France.
The Paris Major, a global showcase for French padel
It's impossible to talk about international padel in France without mentioning the Paris Major, one of the four biggest tournaments on the circuit Premier PadelScheduled from 7 13 in SeptemberThe event will once again take place in Roland Garros, in a unique setting that gives the tournament exceptional visibility.
Alongside Doha, Rome and AcapulcoThe Paris Major has established itself as an unmissable event for the best players in the world, but also as a major media showcase for padel in France.
This legacy reinforces the prestige of FIP Platinum Lyon and fully places padel within the continuity of the great racket sports that have marked the history of the place.
Lyon, a FIP Platinum award in a setting steeped in history
Other major events: the FIP Platinum of Lyon, the date of which, 2026, has not yet been officially announced, but which should logically be around the same time as previous editions.
As a reminder, the tournament had been held From October 8th to 13th, 2024 under the status of FIP Goldthen from November 13 to 19, 2025, during the second edition in FIP PlatinumThe third edition, expected in 2026, should therefore be part of between October and November.
The tournament takes place at Gerland Sports Palace, an iconic venue that adds a special dimension to the event. This historic hall has notably hosted major indoor tennis competitions, such as the Lyon Tennis Grand Prix in the 1990s, won by renowned players, but also more recently the WTA Lyon Open, proof of its ability to host very high-level competitions on an indoor surface.
A very positive dynamic before the season Premier Padel
The French programming for 2026 outlines a real progression of international events in the region. Between key FIP competitions and stages Premier Padel strong, France is positioning itself not only as regular host of major tournaments, but also as development platform for local and international players.
With key dates starting in February, then a schedule extending until... FIP Platinum of Lyon In October/November, French padel will be one of the scenes to watch from the 2026 season.
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