The CUPRA FIP Tour will host two international padel tournaments in the United States this October, marking a pivotal moment in the sport’s domestic growth. Austin, Texas and San Diego, California will serve as the venues for the FIP Bronze and FIP Silver events, giving American players the opportunity to earn world ranking points without traveling abroad.
Organized by the International Padel Federation (FIP), the CUPRA FIP Tour is positioned just below the Premier Padel circuit and offers professional players a pathway to gain experience, prize money, and ranking advancement. Events are categorized from Bronze to Platinum, with higher levels offering greater rewards.
Austin Hosts the FIP Bronze Grand Prix
From October 8–10, Padel 39 in Austin will host the FIP Bronze Padel 39 Grand Prix. As a USPA Premier Club, Padel 39 will welcome players from across the country and abroad to compete for a €10,000 prize pool and valuable ranking points.
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Event: FIP Bronze Padel 39 Grand Prix
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Dates: October 8–10, 2025
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Venue: Padel 39, Austin, TX
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Prize Pool: €10,000
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Level: Bronze
San Diego Welcomes the FIP Silver
Later in the month, the tour moves west to San Diego for the FIP Silver San Diego, held at Padel N9NE from October 29 to November 2. With a €15,000 prize pool and a higher ranking tier, the Silver event is expected to draw a competitive international field.
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Event: FIP Silver San Diego
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Dates: October 29 – November 2, 2025
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Venue: Padel N9NE, San Diego, CA
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Prize Pool: €15,000
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Level: Silver
Wild Card Chase Opens the Door
Ahead of the FIP Silver event, Padel N9NE will host the Wild Card Chase on October 18–19. This qualifying tournament gives players of all levels a chance to earn entry into the main draw or qualifying rounds of the Silver event. The champion pair will receive a main draw wild card, while finalists and semi-finalists will earn qualifying wild cards.
Key points
Until now, American padel players seeking FIP points have had to travel to Europe or Latin America. These October tournaments change that reality, offering international-standard competition on home soil.
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Ranking Access: U.S. players can now earn world ranking points without overseas travel.
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Global Competition: Both events are expected to attract top international talent, providing valuable experience for domestic players.
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Club Growth: Hosting Bronze and Silver events at USPA Premier Clubs highlights their role in developing padel across the country.
The arrival of the CUPRA FIP Tour in the U.S. signals a new chapter for American padel, one that brings opportunity, visibility, and momentum to a sport on the rise.
