Draft Now Open
Today we announce the official opening of the 2026 Draft, a key step in finalizing team rosters for the tournament’s third edition, to be held from January 28 to February 1, 2026, at Madrid’s Caja Mágica.
Following the success of its inaugural editions in 2024 and 2025, we continue to redefine the sport of padel with its innovative team-based format and world-class entertainment experience.
The 2026 Draft will remain open until October 7, giving professional players the opportunity to register for selection. Registration details are available via the our website.
Draft Categories
The Draft will determine the final players for the men’s and women’s pairs, as well as for the Next Gen category, which returns in 2026 as a male-only competition.
Eligibility requirements for the Next Gen category include:
- Players must be under 21 years old (turning 22 in 2026 is permitted).
- The combined age of all selected Next Gen players may not exceed 40 years.
- Players must be ranked outside the Top 50 in the world rankings.
These requirements reinforce our commitment to nurturing the next generation of padel talent, providing young professionals with a platform to compete alongside the sport’s global stars.
Registrations: https://draft.hexagoncup.com/
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