Emaar Properties named main partner for Dubai Premier Padel P1 2026

By James Mercer • 16 September 2026, 03:25 • 3 mins read

Emaar Properties has been confirmed as the main partner for the 2026 Dubai Premier Padel P1, bringing top international padel athletes and expanded hospitality to the Hamdan Sports Complex. The partnership marks a significant commercial step for the event and Dubai's sports business scene.

Emaar Properties will be the main partner for the 2026 Dubai Premier Padel P1, a move that puts Dubai's ambitions in the global padel scene firmly in focus. The partnership is designed to raise the tournament's international profile and expand the city's sports entertainment options.

The 2026 event is set for 8-15 November at the Hamdan Sports Complex and is listed as a P1 category stop on the Premier Padel calendar. This confirms its place among the top events on the tour. According to StudyPadel, both men's and women's competitions will be held, bringing a diverse lineup of international players to Dubai.

On 14 September 2026, Reuters reported that Emaar Properties shares rose by 6.4% in Dubai trading, reflecting strong market momentum ahead of new partnership announcements.
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Ahmed Al Matrooshi, CEO of Emaar Properties, said, "We are pleased to support the 2026 Dubai Premier Padel P1 as the main partner. This partnership reflects our commitment to delivering unique experiences for residents and visitors, and it strengthens Dubai's position as a lifestyle and entertainment hub."

Ivan Modia, CEO of Gallop Global and director of the Dubai Premier Padel P1, described Emaar's involvement as a major step for the tournament. He noted the event's steady growth and said the new partnership will help organisers build on that momentum, aiming for a more distinctive experience for players, fans, and partners in 2026.

The tournament will run for eight days, with players competing for ranking points and prize money. Spectators can expect a mix of hospitality and fan events throughout the week at Hamdan Sports Complex. The event is supported by the Dubai Sports Council, Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism, the UAE Padel Association, and the International Padel Federation. As WAM reported on 13 September 2026, the Dubai Premier Padel P1 is part of the emirate's strategy to strengthen its presence in global padel and reinforce its status as a leading sports hub.

On 12 May 2026, Dubai Media Office announced that Dubai Holding increased its stake in Emaar Properties to 29.73% after acquiring a 22.27% share from Investment Corporation of Dubai. This move made Dubai Holding the largest shareholder in Emaar, highlighting the company's close alignment with Dubai's government priorities and its growing influence in major infrastructure and image-building projects.
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This partnership comes as Dubai continues to attract international sporting events. The city's approach-pairing major commercial partners with top venues-follows a model seen in other sports, such as the marine season's dhow racing, as reported earlier.

With Emaar Properties now central to the Dubai Premier Padel P1, Dubai is making it clear: it wants to set the standard for hosting and commercialising international sport. The partnership goes beyond branding, aiming to reshape how sport is staged and experienced in the region. The main beneficiaries will be the fans and Dubai's reputation as a global sports destination.

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James Mercer

James Mercer is the Founder, Owner, Publisher and Managing Director of UAE CUE Sports, where he oversees editorial direction and the publication's development across the Emirates. He writes about UAE sport, sports media, major events, venues, sports business and the wider relationship between participation, audiences and the country's sporting industry.