The inaugural Anglo American Padel Cup kicks off in London, marking a milestone moment for the sport in the UK. Held at Padel Hub North London, the two-day event will feature 64 elite players from Great Britain and the United States competing in both Open and Age Group divisions. This is the first team-format showdown of its kind between the two nations, and it’s being hailed as the most significant event in British padel history.
Celebrating a Transatlantic Rivalry
The competition draws on a 174-year sporting rivalry between the UK and the US, but the focus is on collaboration as much as competition. The Anglo American Padel Cup highlights the rapid growth of padel in both countries and the cultural ties that continue to shape their sporting identities.
Explosive Growth in the UK and US
Padel’s expansion in the UK has exceeded expectations, with over 1,500 courts now in operation—surpassing projections for 2026. The sport is attracting more than 50,000 new players each month. In the United States, the number of courts has doubled in the past year, and industry forecasts predict up to 10,000 courts nationwide by 2030.
Industry Support and Future Plans
The event is backed by leading padel brands Playtomic and Babolat, who serve as co-title sponsors. A network of transatlantic partners has also joined the initiative, reinforcing the sport’s growing commercial and cultural footprint. Organizers have confirmed that the Anglo American Padel Cup will become an annual fixture, alternating each year between the UK and the US to celebrate and elevate padel on both sides of the Atlantic.
