Padel and Wheelchair Tennis Make its Return to the Miami Open presented by Itaú

Miami will host its first sanctioned ITF Wheelchair Tennis Tournament and Inaugural Pro Padel League II Tournament, Pro Exhibition Matches, Appearances by Tennis Stars, and Fan Activations

The Miami Open presented by Itaú announced this year’s tournament will feature its first sanctioned Wheelchair Tennis Tournament and the inaugural Pro Padel League (PPL) II tournament along with continuous programming throughout the 15-day event. Multiple areas across campus, from Butch Buchholz Court to the new padel courts provided by Padel Revolution, will bring non-stop action to fans throughout the tournament with the purchase of a grounds pass.

Wheelchair tennis – invented in the United States in 1976 – is celebrating the sport’s 50^th anniversary this year. The Miami Open has hosted wheelchair tennis since 2024, but this year marks the first time top players will compete in a sanctioned tournament for official ranking and points. The 2026 Miami Open Wheelchair Tennis Tournament will take place from Wednesday, March 25 through Friday, March 27.

The Miami Open will welcome the Pro Padel League (PPL) – the top professional padel league with 10 teams across the United States, Canada and Mexico – for its first-ever activation at the tournament. From March 15-29, the PPL will host all-day padel programming including professional matches, tennis crossovers, padel clinics, open court times in the Publix Padel Park and fan-friendly activations designed to showcase padel at the highest level. Programming will kick off with the inaugural PPL II tournament from March 15–18, offering fans a unique opportunity to experience professional padel up close.

Padel Programming

Featuring two world-class padel courts built by tournament partner Padel Revolution, Publix Padel Park will host two weeks of dynamic programming in collaboration with the Pro Padel League. Fans can experience competitive PPL & PPL II play, reserve court time or clinics, and enjoy complimentary walk-on access. For those looking to relax and take in the action, CÎROC will serve alcoholic beverages adjacent to the padel courts. For more information and a full court schedule, visit miamiopen.com/padel-park/.

How to Reserve Court Time and Book Clinics with the PPL

Fans can reserve court time and clinics at Publix Padel Park through the Playtomic app. Each reservation includes a grounds pass, which will be issued through the Pro Padel League.

PPL Free Open Play

Publix Padel Park is free for all fans to access. During open play hours, fans can walk up and register to play at the Pro Padel League booth. A coach will be on hand during open play to provide basic instruction or serve as a hitting partner for players of any level.

Wheelchair Tennis

The 2026 Miami Open Wheelchair Tennis Tournament will take place during the second week of the tournament (March 25-28) on Butch Buchholz Court and Court 5 with ADA seating available. This year, the high-stakes competition has expanded to include eight men, eight women and doubles play.

Returning this year are 2025 Miami Open Wheelchair Tennis Doubles Champion Gordon Reid (World No. 5), 2025 Miami Open Wheelchair Tennis Singles Champion Aniek van Koot (World No. 3), Angelica Bernal (World No. 6) and Alfie Hewett (World No. 2). An exciting addition to the tournament is 19-year-old Tokito Oda (World No. 1) who is the youngest player to win a Wheelchair Tennis Grand Slam and recently won the Golden Slam at the Australian Open. A full invitational schedule and player draw will be available on the Miami Open App on March 6.

Tickets Available Now

To purchase a grounds pass for access to the Wheelchair Tennis Tournament and PPL II tournament in Publix Padel Park, visit miamiopen.com/tickets/grounds-pass/.

Single-session tickets for the 2026 Miami Open presented by Itaú are still available. Secure your tickets today to enjoy world-class tennis, padel court play and the tournament’s festival environment at miamiopen.com/tickets/.

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About the Miami Open presented by Itaú

The 2026 Miami Open presented by Itaú will be played March 15 – March 29 at Hard Rock Stadium. The 15-day event is owned and operated by MARI and Hard Rock Stadium. The Miami Open is one of nine ATP Masters 1000 Series events on the ATP calendar, a WTA 1000 event on the WTA calendar, and annually hosts the world’s best players, with recent champions including the top players in each tour’s rankings – Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek. In 2025, the tournament attracted more than 400,000 spectators over its 15 days at Hard Rock Stadium. Widely regarded as the most glamorous stop on the ATP and WTA calendars, the Miami Open is defined by the city’s vibrant culture, nightlife, five-star dining and hospitality, iconic beaches, and celebrity appeal, along with its close proximity to Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach.

About Itaú Unibanco

The largest bank in Latin America, Itaú Unibanco operates in 18 countries and serves more than 70 million customers, including individuals and companies across a wide range of segments. With the purpose of strengthening financial well-being, the bank supports customers at different stages of life by offering solutions tailored to their needs, as well as innovation and information that encourage more conscious decision-making and a healthier relationship with money.

In sports, Itaú has maintained a consistent presence in tennis for 50 years, supporting the development of the sport in Brazil and worldwide across multiple fronts — from talent development to the sponsorship of major international events — as part of its strategy to strengthen customer relationships, build brand relevance, and broaden access to sport.

About MARI 

MARI is a global events and experiences company with a portfolio of some of the world’s most influential live properties across sport, art, lifestyle, and entertainment. From international tennis tournaments such as the Mutua Madrid Open and the Miami Open presented by Itaú to Frieze, a leading voice in contemporary art, Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, TodayTix Group’s leadership in digital ticketing, and Barrett-Jackson’s leading collector car auctions, MARI’s portfolio reflects a shared ambition: to deliver live experiences that bring people together, inspire audiences and shape culture worldwide.

About Hard Rock Stadium

Hard Rock Stadium is a global entertainment destination and curator of world-class events. The best-in-class venue is home to the Miami Dolphins, University of Miami Hurricanes football team, the Capital One Orange Bowl, Formula 1® Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix, Miami Open presented by Itaú, major concerts, the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship Game and FIFA World Cup 2026™. Due to its overall sustainability efforts, the multifunctional venue holds Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification and FIA Three-Star Environmental Accreditation rating. For more information, visit hardrockstadium.com.