If the 2025 Miami Open was the tournament where Alex Eala broke through, surprising the world by reaching the semifinals, the 2026 edition has marked a decisive step in the career of another young talent developed at the Rafa Nadal Academy: Martín Landaluce. The Spanish player, just 20 years old, delivered an outstanding performance inContinue reading “Martín Landaluce shines at the Miami Open and achieves the best ATP ranking of his career”
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Nadal awarded an honorary doctorate by the Technical University of Madrid
The example of Rafael Nadal has powerfully transcended the boundaries of sport, turning his effort, perseverance and capacity for sacrifice into a guide applicable to all areas of life. The Mallorcan was awarded an honorary doctorate by the Technical University of Madrid (UPM), where he received unanimous recognition from the academic world. The 22-time GrandContinue reading “Nadal awarded an honorary doctorate by the Technical University of Madrid”
Premier Padel Cancún P2 strengthens Rafa Nadal Academy’s commitment to padel
The Rafa Nadal Tennis Center Costa Mujeres hosted the Premier Padel P2 Cancún tournament, further consolidating Rafa Nadal Academy’s commitment to the growth and internationalization of padel through the organization of top-tier events. Gemma Triay and Delfi Brea successfully defended the title they won in 2025 in the women’s draw, while Arturo Coello and AgustínContinue reading “Premier Padel Cancún P2 strengthens Rafa Nadal Academy’s commitment to padel”
Premier Padel Cancún P2 kicks off at the Rafa Nadal Tennis Center
Premier Padel arrives in the Americas in 2026. After tournaments held in Riyadh (Asia) and Gijón (Spain), the Rafa Nadal Tennis Center Costa Mujeres hosts the Premier Padel Cancún P2, an event that brings together the world’s leading padel players all week long. All week long, the event will turn the Rafa Nadal Tennis CenterContinue reading “Premier Padel Cancún P2 kicks off at the Rafa Nadal Tennis Center”
The Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour strengthens its presence in Italy with six new events in 2026
Following the success of its first two editions in Spain and the development of the circuit in new international markets—including its recent launch in the United States—the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour continues to expand its global reach and establish itself as one of the most attractive amateur padel experiences for players worldwide. The ItalianContinue reading “The Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour strengthens its presence in Italy with six new events in 2026”
Alex Eala continues making history and rises to No. 29 in the WTA rankings
Alex Eala continues to write historic chapters for tennis in her country. At just 20 years old, the player who trained at the Rafa Nadal Academy has reached No. 29 in the WTA world rankings, the highest ranking of her career, thanks to the 1,525 points she holds following the latest update of the women’sContinue reading “Alex Eala continues making history and rises to No. 29 in the WTA rankings
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A strong debut in Miami for the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by Playtomic
The Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by Playtomic enjoyed an unforgettable launch in the United States this weekend with the staging of its first event in Miami. Held from March 13 to 15 at the facilities of Padel X, the tournament brought together 50 pairs in the circuit’s inaugural stop on U.S. soil, confirming theContinue reading “A strong debut in Miami for the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by Playtomic”
The Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by Playtomic kicks off its first edition in the United States in Miami
The Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by Playtomic will take a historic step in its international expansion this weekend with the launch of its first edition in the United States. From March 13 to 15 in Miami, Padel X will host the opening event of this amateur circuit promoted by the Rafa Nadal Academy, whichContinue reading “The Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour by Playtomic kicks off its first edition in the United States in Miami”
The Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour expands to the United States with Playtomic
Having established itself in Spain, where two successful editions have already been held, and launched the circuit in Italy, the Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour continues to grow and is set to hit the United States in 2026 with the help of Playtomic. The move, which will see four new events in the United States,Continue reading “The Rafa Nadal Academy Padel Tour expands to the United States with Playtomic”
The Rafa Nadal Tennis Center in Marbella will host two ITF World Tennis Masters Tour tournaments
The Rafa Nadal Academy continues to strengthen its commitment to the promotion and growth of international tennis by creating a calendar with six official ITF World Tennis Masters Tour tournaments to be held throughout 2026 at its Mallorca and Marbella venues. The circuit will consist of four events in Manacor (Mallorca), home of the RafaContinue reading “The Rafa Nadal Tennis Center in Marbella will host two ITF World Tennis Masters Tour tournaments”