After a 2025 edition marked by strong participation, the  Major Tour  will continue its development in 2026 with several notable changes. The circuit will now include  seven tournaments  spread over the year, compared to five previously, confirming the AF's commitmentPadel to expand its competitive offering.

An enhanced calendar with a summer stage

Among the new features is the appearance of a  Summer Major , scheduled from July 23 to 26. This summer stage will take place at  Padel Club du Parc 1348 in Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve, and will showcase outdoor play. This summer program aims to diversify playing conditions and offer an additional event in the heart of the season.

Expanded tables for both men and women

In response to the demand observed in 2025, the organization has chosen to increase the capacity of the tournaments.

Each stage will now be able to bring together:

  •  52 pairs in Men's 1000  (compared to 40 previously)
  •  22 pairs in Ladies 500  (compared to 16 previously)

A total of  148 participants  expected by edition.

Men's Format 1000

  • 8 pairs directly qualified for the round of 16
  • 4 pairs qualified for the round of 32
  • 12 pairs from the group stages

Ladies' Size 500

  • 8 pairs from the groups will advance to the round of 16.
  • Four pairs will advance directly to the quarter-finals.

This adaptation aims to respond to the increase in the number of registrations while maintaining a coherent competitive structure.

Prize money revised upwards

The overall budget for the circuit now reaches  € 19 000 .

The breakdown by tournament is as follows:

 For the gentlemen: 

  • €500 for the winners
  • €250 for the finalists
  • €100 for the semi-finalists
  • €50 for the quarter-finalists

 For the Ladies: 

  • €400 for the winners
  • €200 for the finalists
  • €75 for the semi-finalists

An organization adapted to the volumes

With the increase in the number of participants, some clubs will make available  six fields  instead of four. This change should allow for smooth playing conditions and adherence to deadlines, while giving structures the freedom to adapt the system to their infrastructure.

The 2026 calendar

The seven stages of the 2026 Major Tour are scheduled as follows:

  • April 16-19: Just Padel Major Tour
  • May 28-31: Club VG Major Tour
  • June 25-28: Athois Le Padel Major Tour
  • July 23 to 26: Padel Club du Parc 1348 Summer Major Tour
  • August 27-30: The South Padel Major Tour
  • October 8-11: Bertransart Sports Centre Major Tour
  • November 26 to 29: Padel Dour Major Tour

Registration is open via the official AF platformPadel.

With an expanded calendar, strengthened brackets and increased prize money, the Major Tour continues its evolution in 2026 with a focus on structuring and opening up to a larger number of competitors.

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