Dutch padel stars receive wildcards for Premier Padel 2026

Three Dutch pairings have secured wildcards for the main draw of CUPRA Rotterdam Premier Padel 2026, giving them the chance to compete against the world’s best players on home soil.


 

Youp de Kroon & Julian Prins and Sten Richters & Albin Olsson will compete in the men’s draw, while Marcella Koek & Steffie Weterings will represent the Netherlands in the women’s tournament. All three pairs will enter the main draw directly.

 

Their tournament begins on Wednesday 30 September during Dutch Day, the opening day of the main draw at Rotterdam Ahoy. The special day puts Dutch padel talent in the spotlight and gives fans the chance to cheer on the national favourites against international top players.

 

From 27 September to 4 October, Rotterdam Ahoy will host the world’s leading padel players, with spectacular matches, fast-paced rallies and plenty of action both on and off the court. Visitors can also experience padel themselves during the tournament.

 

CUPRA Rotterdam Premier Padel 2026
– Rotterdam Ahoy
– 27 September – 4 October 2026
– Dutch Day: 30 September

Tickets and the full programme are available via the official CUPRA Rotterdam Premier Padel website.

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