How to Watch Padel: The Complete Guide

Padel is one of the world's fastest-growing sports, with professional tournaments broadcast worldwide. Whether you want to follow the top players live or stream matches from home, this guide tells you exactly where to watch padel — and what to look out for.

The Major Professional Tours

Premier Padel is the top-tier professional tour, sanctioned by the International Padel Federation (FIP). It features the world's best players — including Alejandro Galán, Juan Lebrón, Gemma Triay, and Ari Sánchez — competing across multiple continents throughout the year. A1 Padel is a separate professional circuit offering another major competition calendar. Most national padel federations also run their own domestic leagues and tournaments.

Tournament Calendar

Premier Padel runs events from January through November, with a concentration in Europe (particularly Spain and Italy) in spring and autumn. Major events include the Madrid Masters, the Italy Major, and the Buenos Aires Open. Check the official Premier Padel website for the current schedule, as dates change season to season.

Where to Watch Online

The Premier Padel YouTube channel streams many matches live and free, making it the easiest entry point for new fans worldwide. The WPT (World Padel Tour) app and website stream A1 Padel events. ESPN+ carries Premier Padel in the United States. Canal+ broadcasts padel in France and select markets. DAZN carries padel in several European countries. beIN Sports covers padel across the Middle East and North Africa. Check availability in your country — geo-restrictions apply to many streams.

Where to Watch on TV

In Spain, Teledeporte (RTVE) and Canal+ broadcast padel widely — Spain is the heartland of the sport and has the most comprehensive TV coverage. In Sweden, padel coverage appears on TV4 and streaming platforms. In France, Canal+ is the main broadcaster. In Italy, Sky Sport carries padel. In the Netherlands, Portugal, and most other markets, streaming is the primary option. If you're outside a major padel market, the Premier Padel YouTube channel is your most reliable free source.

Getting Tickets to Live Events

Major Premier Padel events are held at iconic venues — the Madrid WiZink Center, the Caja Mágica (host of the Spanish Open), and venues across Italy, Argentina, and Qatar. Tickets are sold through the official Premier Padel website and local ticketing platforms. Prices vary widely: standing/bleacher sections are typically affordable, while premium courtside seats sell out quickly for marquee events. Attending live is an experience — padel crowds are enthusiastic and the glass walls give spectators a close-up view of every shot.

Following Padel Online

For highlights and news, follow Premier Padel and the top players on Instagram and YouTube. The padel community is active on Reddit (r/padeltennis) and various national padel forums. Podcasts like 'The Padel School Podcast' cover technique, news, and professional player interviews in English. Spanish-language content is the richest given the sport's origins — accounts like Padel Alto, PadelCat, and the players' own social channels are worth following.