Miami Open Adds Wheelchair Tennis and Pro Padel League for 2026

The annual tennis tournament will feature new wheelchair tennis tournament and inaugural Pro Padel League II event.

Mar. 10, 2026 at 9:05pm

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The Miami Open presented by Itaú announced that this year's tournament will feature its first sanctioned Wheelchair Tennis Tournament and the inaugural Pro Padel League (PPL) II tournament, along with programming throughout the 15-day event. Wheelchair tennis, celebrating its 50th anniversary, will have players competing for official ranking points, while the Pro Padel League will host daily padel programming including professional matches, clinics, and open play.

Why it matters

The additions of wheelchair tennis and professional padel events expand the Miami Open's offerings, providing more opportunities for fans to engage with different racket sports. Wheelchair tennis continues to grow in popularity, while padel is an emerging sport gaining traction in the U.S. These new events align with the tournament's goal of being inclusive and showcasing a diverse array of athletic talent.

The details

The 2026 Miami Open Wheelchair Tennis Tournament will take place March 25-27 on Butch Buchholz Court and Court 5, featuring eight men's and eight women's singles matches as well as doubles. Top players like Gordon Reid, Aniek van Koot, Angelica Bernal, and Alfie Hewett will compete. The Pro Padel League will host its inaugural PPL II tournament from March 15-18, with daily programming including professional matches, clinics, and open play on two courts built by Padel Revolution in the Publix Padel Park.

  • The 2026 Miami Open Wheelchair Tennis Tournament will take place March 25-27.
  • The Pro Padel League will host its inaugural PPL II tournament from March 15-18.
  • Wheelchair tennis is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

The players

Gordon Reid

A professional wheelchair tennis player.

Aniek van Koot

A professional wheelchair tennis player.

Angelica Bernal

A professional wheelchair tennis player.

Alfie Hewett

A professional wheelchair tennis player.

Tokito Oda

The current world No. 1 wheelchair tennis player.

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What’s next

The inaugural PPL II tournament will take place from March 15-18, kicking off the Pro Padel League's programming at the Miami Open.

The takeaway

The Miami Open's addition of wheelchair tennis and professional padel events demonstrates the tournament's commitment to expanding its offerings and providing a more inclusive experience for fans. These new additions celebrate the growth of wheelchair tennis and the rising popularity of padel, giving spectators more opportunities to engage with diverse racket sports.