Stockport Open 2026 Launches Registration Campaign with £10,000 Prize Pot

The Stockport Open 2026 is set to become a major fixture on the UK padel calendar. Soul Padel has announced that registrations for the tournament will open on Tuesday, 16th June, giving players the opportunity to compete for a £10,000 prize pot across two days of competitive action.

Taking place on 25th and 26th July at Soul Padel Stockport, the event will feature 96 players split evenly between men's and women's categories, with 48 competitors in each draw. This balanced approach reflects the growing strength of women's padel in the UK and the tournament's commitment to equal representation.

A Growing UK Padel Scene

The Stockport Open represents the continued expansion of professional padel tournaments across the United Kingdom. With a substantial prize pool and structured player allocation, the event demonstrates the increasing investment in grassroots and competitive padel development outside of traditional tennis strongholds. The decision to host equal numbers of men and women competitors underscores the sport's evolution toward gender parity in professional competition.

Registration Details and Next Steps

Players interested in competing should mark their calendars for Tuesday, 16th June, when registrations go live. The tournament will operate on a first-come, first-served basis, with the 96-player cap ensuring competitive balance across both days. Full details about entry fees, draw structure, and match schedules will be available through Soul Padel's official channels.

Soul Padel's tagline—"Bigger Stage. Same Soul"—reflects the organization's philosophy of scaling up competitive opportunities while maintaining the community-focused values that have defined the brand. As padel continues to gain momentum in the UK, tournaments like the Stockport Open serve as crucial platforms for developing local talent and attracting national-level competitors.

Players should visit Soul Padel's social media channels or website for the most up-to-date information on registration procedures and tournament logistics.