Premier Padel has announced that the highly anticipated motorola Razr Miami Premier Padel P1 will be broadcast on ESPN in the United States, bringing the world’s fastest-growing sport to a broader North American audience. The tournament, taking place from March 18 to 23 in the Miami Beach Convention Center, will showcase the biggest stars in professional padel as they compete for the first Premier Padel title in the U.S..
This partnership with ESPN marks a significant milestone for Premier Padel’s expansion in North America, providing fans with unprecedented access to the tournament. Live coverage from both Center Court and Court 2 will be available to watch on ESPN’s channels, ensuring that viewers across the country can follow every match live. Additionally, Premier Padel will be added in the listings on the Watch and ESPN+ pages on ESPN.com and in the ESPN App.
“Bringing Premier Padel to ESPN is a game-changer for the sport in the United States”, said Rob Mitchell, Commercial Director of Premier Padel. “With the sport’s rapid growth and increasing global appeal, this partnership is a key step in expanding our reach and engaging new audiences in North America”.
The motorola razr Miami Premier Padel P1 will bring together the world’s top-ranked players, delivering high-intensity competition at Miami Beach Convention Center. As part of the Qatar Airways Premier Padel Tour, the event will offer fans a chance to witness world-class padel on U.S. soil, reinforcing the sport’s presence in a key international market.
Premier Padel’s partnership with ESPN is a key step in expanding the sport’s presence in the United States, offering unprecedented exposure to a growing audience. This collaboration reinforces Premier Padel’s commitment to making the sport more accessible, complementing its existing broadcast presence in the U.S. through Red Bull TV and beIN SPORTS. With ESPN now on board, more fans than ever will have the opportunity to engage with world-class padel and witness the excitement of the sport at the highest level.
The event arrives at a moment when padel’s popularity is surging globally. According to the World Padel Report 2024 by the FIP Research & Data Analysis Department, the sport has grown exponentially, with over 30 million players worldwide and a presence in 140 countries. In the United States alone, courts have increased by 186% in the past two years, with Florida leading the way as the fastest-growing state.