RedPADEL AND IMG DELIVER HISTORIC FIRST WITH THE INAUGURAL PUBLIX PADEL CUP AT THE MIAMI OPEN
- erinmathany
- Apr 8
- 2 min read
Updated: Apr 8
MIAMI, FL The atmosphere was electric at the Miami Open's inaugural Publix Padel Cup, a landmark event that brought high-level padel to one of tennis's most prestigious venues for the very first time. Made possible through the dynamic partnership of World Padel Rating (RedPADEL) and IMG, the Publix Padel Cup represents a defining moment in the rapid expansion of padel in the U.S.
Taking place alongside the Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium, the tournament offered a unique experience where fans discovered padel up close, many for the first time. With a glass-walled court on-site and crowds gathering throughout the weekend, the energy was undeniable.
Watch the electrifying highlights here:
The Publix Padel Cup served as the final stop of the WPR USPA circuit, showcasing the top players who qualified through a series of three national events. Championship matches did not disappoint:
In the Open Division 1 final, Juan Manuel Vasquez & Jose Carlos Gaspar Campos clinched the title with a 6-2, 7-6 victory over Rodrigo Coello & Vinny Di Francesco. On the women’s side, Brittany Dubins & Laura Luján delivered a dominant performance, defeating Luicelena Perez & Anna Cortiles 6-3, 6-1.
Top American-born player Nico Agritelley summed it up best: “It was a unique and special thrill to compete in front of tennis fans at one of the biggest tennis venues in the world.”
Beyond the thrilling competition, the event signalled a breakthrough moment for padel’s visibility in the U.S. With Premier Padel hosting its first U.S. P1 event just days earlier and RacquetX gathering the industry under one roof, the Publix Padel Cup was the perfect finale to an unforgettable stretch for the sport.
Charles Messow, Co-Founder & CEO of RedPADEL, reflected on the milestone: "We are excited about our partnerships with IMG and the USPA, and how these collaborations on groundbreaking events can accelerate the growth and awareness of a sport that we all love.”
From packed stands to world-class play, the Publix Padel Cup proved that padel has not only arrived, it’s here to stay.
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About RedPADEL
RedPADEL is a pioneering events and technology enterprise dedicated exclusively to advancing the sport of padel. At the forefront of innovation, the company has developed the World Padel Rating (WPR), the official player rating system of the United States Padel Association (USPA). Launched in December 2022, WPR represents a cutting-edge algorithmic solution designed to elevate padel experiences across competitive tournaments, club environments, and social play. Through its sophisticated ecosystem, WPR provides players and organizations with a comprehensive, data-driven approach to understanding and enhancing player performance and match dynamics.
About the United States Padel Association (USPA)
The USPA is the national governing body for the sport of padel in the United States, recognized by the International Padel Federation (FIP) and Padel America. The USPA is dedicated to promoting and developing padel at every level, from local communities to the highest level of professional play.
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