đź“° A New Era: WPT + Premier Padel Merge in 2025
In a landmark move that’s shaking the padel world, the World Padel Tour (WPT) has officially merged with Premier Padel as of June 2025. This unification marks a strategic milestone in professional padel’s global expansion.
🤝 Why the Merger Happened
- Streamline the professional calendar
- Avoid player scheduling conflicts
- Centralize governance under one elite tour
🏆 What It Means:
- One global ranking system
- Unified tournaments with higher prize pools
- More TV rights, sponsor access, and global venues
🎤 Player Reactions
Most top players have praised the merger. Bea González said, “It’s time padel had one voice and one stage. This is great for everyone.”
🗓️ What’s Next
The new Premier Padel Global Tour will fully launch in 2026, with 20+ stops confirmed across 5 continents.
