World Champions Coello and Tapia to Ignite Joburg at 360 Padel Invitational

Headlined by the world’s number one champions, Arturo Coello, and Agustin Tapia, and top 10 world ranked Juan Lebron, Ale Galán, the Invitational marks the largest professional Padel event ever held on African soil.

In a bold new team-based format, the twelve players will be split into Team Lebron and Team Galán, captained by the global stars themselves. Over three adrenaline-fueled days, fans will witness dramatic clashes and unexpected alliances as pairings are shuffled with every match, delivering high-stakes, world-class entertainment.

“This isn’t just a tournament – it’s a celebration of Padel’s arrival on the African mainstage,” says SAI’s spokesperson, Sarfraz Bismilla “We’re showcasing the sport’s global stars while delivering a world-class experience for South African fans in one of the country’s most iconic venues.”

Tournament format:

Each day features three high-energy matches, with rising stakes as the event progresses: