Doha: The Qatar Padel Federation announced that the International Padel Federation (FIP) has awarded Doha the hosting rights for the 2026 and 2028 editions of the FIP Padel World Cup, reinforcing Qatar's position as a global destination for major international sporting events.
According to Qatar News Agency, both editions will be held at the iconic Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex, a venue that has hosted some of the world's most important international Padel events in recent years. This includes the Qatar Major Premier Padel four times and the last World Team Championships, establishing itself as one of the sport's leading destinations.
The decision to award the hosting rights for the 2026 and 2028 FIP World Cups to Doha was based on several key criteria. These include the high quality of sporting infrastructure, conditions offered to athletes and national delegations, proven experience in staging major international events, high safety standards, financial guarantees, and the strong sporting legacy developed by Qatar in recent years.
An additional element reflecting the growth and ambition of the FIP World Cup is the prize money, which will reach unprecedented levels in the history of Padel. It will be distributed equally between the men's and women's competitions. The 2026 edition will offer a record prize fund of £1.2 million, rising further to £1.35 million in 2028. This represents the highest prize money ever awarded in an official Padel competition and underlines the commitment of FIP and the Qatar Padel Federation to enhance the prestige of the event and showcase the highest level of competition among national teams.
Tareq Zainal, Secretary General of the Qatar Padel Federation, expressed honor at the International Padel Federation's decision to award Doha the hosting rights for both the 2026 and 2028 FIP World Cup. He noted that having previously hosted the championship on two occasions, Qatar is proud to continue being entrusted with one of the sport's most watched events. The confidence shown reflects the dedication of the Qatar Padel Federation and its partners to delivering world-class tournaments that meet the highest international standards.
FIP President Luigi Carraro remarked on the awarding of the 2026 and 2028 editions of the FIP World Cup to Doha as a decision looking to the future of the sport. He highlighted Qatar's consistent demonstration of possessing all the necessary qualities to host world-class events. Awarding two consecutive editions of the World Cup to the country will provide continuity for the tournament's growth, ensuring an outstanding experience for players, federations, and fans.