Hexagon Cup 2026: Lewandowski Returns as RL9 Team Captain at the Most Prestigious Padel Event

The third edition of the Hexagon Cup is confirmed to grace the world racket sports calendar once again. The prestigious tournament, held at the Caja Magica in Madrid, will take place from January 28th to February 1st, 2026, featuring a lineup of top stars, including FC Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski, who will once again be leading the RL9 Padel Team.

The tournament is gaining increasing recognition year after year. In the latest edition, 18 of the world's top 20 players have already confirmed their participation, as reported by Padel Magazine. The participants are no ordinary athletes, but rather occupants of the world Top 10 rankings, in both the men's and women's sectors.

Elite names like Agustín Tapia, Arturo Coello, Federico Chingotto, Gemma Triay, Delfi Brea, and Ari Sánchez are the center of attention for padel fans. The level of competition is clearly serious, and 2026 is poised to be the most competitive edition yet.

Unique Format, The Hexagon Cup's Differentiating Identity

The Hexagon Cup champions a game format considered revolutionary in the world of padel. Eight teams will battle for the championship title, each strengthened by a men's pair, a women's pair, and a Next Gen (U-23) pair.

The Next Gen category is one of the tournament's attractions, providing a platform for young talents to perform on the elite stage. The points system applied is also strategic: 2 points for a win in the men's and women's sectors, 1 point for a win in the Next Gen category.

With this system, team dominance isn't solely determined by the main stars, but also by how well they maximize their youth layer.

Sports & Entertainment Collaboration: The Hexagon Cup's Big Draw

Like previous editions, the Hexagon Cup blends the worlds of sports and pop culture. Each team is led by a famous figure from various fields, making the tournament not only competitive but also possessing strong commercial appeal.

The 2026 edition features a list of captains that steals the spotlight:

Robert Lewandowski – RL9 Padel Team

The RL9 Padel Team captain is no stranger. Lewandowski's padel club has participated since 2024 and regularly includes elite athletes like Agustín Tapia, Jon Sanz, and Ariana Sánchez. Lewandowski's presence adds global exposure to the tournament, especially from his massive football fanbase.

Sergio Agüero – KRU Padel Team

The Manchester City legend returns to lead KRU Padel Team, the defending champions. Agüero is known as a figure seriously committed to building the sport of padel, particularly through the esports and racket sports brand he manages.

Other figures adding to the excitement include Hollywood actress and sports investor Eva Longoria, F1 driver Pierre Gasly, and the Rafa Nadal Academy represented by Maribel Nadal.

This cross-world collaboration is one of the hallmarks of the Hexagon Cup, where world-class matches meet the brand power of global icons.

Hexagon Cup 2026 Team Lineup

Here is the complete list of the eight participating teams and their players, as released by the official organizer:

KRU Padel Team (Defending Champions)

Men: Federico Chingotto / Momo González
Women: Sofía Araújo / Claudia Jensen
Next Gen: Andrés Fernández Lancha / Alejandro Jerez Carnero

Rafa Nadal Academy Team

Men: Franco Stupaczuk / Pablo Cardona
Women: Gemma Triay / Marta Ortega
Next Gen: Enzo Jensen / Ramiro Valenzuela

Eleven Eleven Team

Men: Javi Garrido / Valentino Libaak
Women: Paula Josemaría / Alejandra Alonso
Next Gen: Francisco Cabezas / Guillermo Collado

Team Bella

Men: Arturo Coello / Coki Nieto
Women: Bea González / Beatriz Caldera
Next Gen: Aimar Goni / Juan Ignacio Rubini

L9 Padel Team

Men: Agustín Tapia / Jon Sanz
Women: Ariana Sánchez / Andrea Ustero
Next Gen: Diego García / Dani Santigosa

X Padel Team

Men: Mike Yanguas / Javi Leal
Women: Claudia Fernández / Tamara Icardo
Next Gen: David Gala / Flavio Abbate

ADvantage Team (2024 Edition Champions)

Men: Martín Di Nenno / Juan Tello
Women: Delfi Brea / Martina Calvo
Next Gen: Manuel Castaño / José Jiménez Cabezas

Hexagon Team

Men: Paquito Navarro / Fran Guerrero
Women: Alejandra Salazar / Carmen Goenaga
Next Gen: Pol Hernández / Mariano González

Hexagon Cup 2026: Between Prestige, Expansion, and Global Ambition

The Hexagon Cup is more than just a padel competition. This tournament has become a symbol of racket sports' expansion into the mainstream. With the world's top players, a unique format, and support from major figures like Lewandowski and Agüero, the 2026 edition is predicted to deliver an even greater competitive atmosphere.

The event also simultaneously strengthens Madrid's position as the world capital of padel—bringing together all the elements of modern sports: match quality, entertainment, and global brand power.