Qatar: Start of 2026 World Padel Cup competitions in Doha
Group stage matches of the 2026 Qatar World Padel Cup began today in Doha, with 32 men's and women's national teams participating.
Translated by Qiyas from كونا — Original source
Doha, February 11 (KUNA) — The group stage matches of the 2026 World Padel Cup in Qatar kicked off today, Monday, in the Qatari capital, Doha, for the third time, at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex, with 32 men’s and women’s national teams participating.
In the men’s competition, defending champions Argentina started their campaign in Group A with a strong performance, securing a comprehensive three-match victory over Australia without conceding a single match, reaffirming their determination to advance and retain their title. In the same group, the Netherlands edged out France 2-1 in a hard-fought contest.
The Argentine men’s team won the previous edition held in Doha in 2024, defeating Spain to claim their 12th title in the tournament’s history and further cementing their status as the most successful team in the men’s category.
In Group B, Spain, runners-up in the last edition, overcame Sweden 3-0, while Paraguay also won 3-0 against the United Arab Emirates in the same group.
Group C witnessed intense matches and heroic performances by the host nation, Qatar. However, the experience of the Portuguese players decided the outcome, as Portugal defeated Qatar 3-0.
In Group D, Italy secured an important 3-0 victory over the United States, and Brazil also won 3-0 against Mexico.
In the women’s category, Spain (defending champions) demonstrated their readiness to retain the title with a well-deserved 3-0 victory over Germany in Group A. In the same group, Brazil also defeated Great Britain 3-0.
In Group B, Argentina, runners-up in the previous edition, started strongly with a 3-0 win over Chile, while France beat Belgium 2-1.
Group C saw Italy defeat Egypt 3-0, and Sweden triumph over Indonesia in the same group.
In Group D, Portugal beat the United States 2-1, and the Netherlands defeated Paraguay 3-0.
The tournament will continue until next Saturday, with 16 teams competing in both the men’s and women’s categories. Qatar is hosting the event for the third time in its history, following editions in 2021 and 2024. (End) S S S
