# Hexagon Cup 2026 Launch: Everything You Need to Know Before Kick-off in Madrid > A Significant Launch: The 2026 ‘Large Format’ Hexagon Cup The GENERALI Hexagon Cup 2026 starts on January 28 and runs until February 1 at Caja Mágica (Madrid), for a third edition that fully embraces its identity: a team tournament, designed as a show… but with a level of play worthy of a ‘major’ draw weekend. \[…\] Source: Actu Padel Canonical: https://actu-padel.com/en/hexagon-cup-2026-launch-everything-you-need-to-know-before-kick-off-in-madrid/ Language: en-US Published: 2026-01-28T09:27:20+01:00 Modified: 2026-01-29T09:47:59+01:00 Author: Jérôme Categories: FIP – circuit & rankings, Padel International Featured image: ![hexagon cup 2026](https://cdn.actu-padel.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/hexagon-cup-2026.jpg?strip=all&sharp=1) ## A Significant Launch: The 2026 ‘Large Format’ Hexagon Cup The **GENERALI Hexagon Cup 2026** starts on January 28 and runs until February 1 at Caja Mágica (Madrid), for a third edition that fully embraces its identity: a team tournament, designed as a show… but with a level of play worthy of a ‘major’ draw weekend. The message is clear: the organizers announce a very high-level lineup, with an impressive concentration of top players (including many world top-ranked members). And above all, the competition is now part of a broader dynamic, with the stated ambition of a recognized team circuit. ## The Format, Explained Simply (and Why It’s Tactically Interesting) ### 8 Teams, 3 Categories, an ‘À la Carte’ Duel Each team fields **three pairs**: a men’s pair, a women’s pair, and a **Next Gen** pair. A particularity for 2026: the featured Next Gen is male (after an edition focused on the female Next Gen). ### Points, Not Just Sets The mechanism is that of a team championship: each match earns points for the team. Men’s and women’s victories are worth 2 points; a Next Gen victory is worth 1 point. The result: you can ‘lose’ a big match… and stay alive in the ranking thanks to a solid Next Gen. ### What It Changes on the Court - **Calculated risk**: in a team format, a pair can take more risks if the overall situation demands it. - **A true collective strategy**: lineups and matchups are planned based on opponents, not solely on individual level. - **A point that counts double mentally**: the Next Gen match only offers one point… but it often comes at a key moment. ## The 8 Teams and Stars to Watch The Hexagon Cup also features a cast: owners (often highly publicized) and big names on the court. For a more ‘people-focused’ overview, you can also read our dedicated article: [Celebrity Watch: These Stars We’ve Already Seen with a Racket](https://actu-padel.com/en/celebrity-watch-these-stars-weve-seen-with-a-racket-in-hand/). Here are the eight teams and their announced pairs (names and lineups from official Hexagon Cup communications): - **Team Bella Puerto Rico**: Coello / Edu Alonso; Bea González / Bea Caldera; Rubini / Aimar Goñi. (Coki Nieto withdrawal) - **RL9 Team**: Agustín Tapia / Jon Sanz; Ari Sánchez / Andrea Ustero; Diego García / Dani Santigosa. - **Eleven Eleven**: Javi Garrido / Tino Libaak; Paula Josemaría / Alejandra Alonso; Curro Cabeza / Guille Collado. - **Krü Padel**: Fede Chingotto / Momo González; Sofía Araújo / Claudia Jensen; Andrés F. Lancha / Marc Sintés. - **Rafa Nadal Academy**: Alex Ruiz / Franco Stupaczuk; Marta Ortega / Gemma Triay; Enzo Jensen / Ramiro Valenzuela. - **AD/vantage Team**: Martín Di Nenno / Juan Tello; Delfi Brea / Martina Calvo; Manu Castaño / Jose Jiménez. - **X Padel (10 Padel)**: Mike Yanguas / Javi Leal; Claudia Fernández / Tamara Icardo; David Gala / Flavio Abbate. - **Hexagon Team (Fans Team)**: Paquito Navarro / Fran Guerrero; Alejandra Salazar / Carmen Goenaga; Pol Hernández / Mariano González. ## Schedule: What a Typical Day Looks Like (and When the Big Match-ups Will Happen) The tournament runs from Wednesday to Sunday, with two main courts and a ‘sessions’ logic: in practice, the first ball is often scheduled at **11 AM** (Madrid time, identical to Brussels), and a second wave of matches is played in the late afternoon. On Sunday, the final is announced to start from 4 PM. - **Wednesday 28 → Saturday 31 January**: start generally at 11 AM, with matches spread across several courts (order of play published daily). - **Sunday, February 1**: 3rd place match + final, with the final starting from 4 PM. The most reliable is the official order of play (which changes based on timings, durations, and programming adjustments): [Order of Play – Hexagon Cup](https://www.hexagoncup.com/en/order-of-play). ## Where to Watch the Hexagon Cup: TV Broadcast and Streaming For 2026, the strategy is clear: wide and accessible broadcast. DAZN announces the **free** availability of matches on its platform in most territories, with exceptions depending on the regions. - **DAZN**: “Worldwide” broadcast, with exclusions indicated by territory (notably USA, Central/South America, and India). - **beIN Sports**: broadcaster listed in several regions (including MENA, Turkey, and North American/Spanish versions). - **India**: FanCode is listed among the broadcasters. Details by country/region can be found here: [Where to Watch – Hexagon Cup](https://www.hexagoncup.com/en/where-to-watch). Note: in Spain, several channels and broadcast relays are also mentioned (additional platforms and streams). Exact terms may vary depending on rights and days: check official announcements and the ‘Where to Watch’ tab. ## Fan Experience: The “Generali Arena” and Hexagon Nights The Hexagon Cup is not just sold as a competition: it’s an event to experience on-site, with entertainment and an ‘after’ program. For example: the **Hexagon Nights** are announced for Friday, January 30 and Saturday, January 31, from 8 PM to 2 AM, with included access for ticket holders on these days. ## The New “One Point Challenge”: €5,000 for an Amateur This is the ‘spectacle’ sequence that perfectly fits the Hexagon DNA: a special format inspired by the One Point Slam, announced on the event’s social media, is set to offer a fan the chance to win **€5,000** on a decisive point (with an ‘amateur vs pro’ scenario highlighted). Operational details (registration, selection, exact timing) are to be followed via official channels. ## What to Watch Out For from Kick-off - **The new “one-shot” duos**: some pairings only exist for the event, and that’s often where surprises emerge (styles that fit… or clash). - **The women’s power dynamic**: with premium pairs and players capable of locking down the net in long rallies, the 2 points at stake carry significant weight. - **Men’s Next Gen**: it’s an opportunity to spot those who will gain screen time (and sometimes status) before the circuit’s major events. - **Court and rhythm management**: between two arenas and dense days, the sequence can impact players’ bodies… and clarity in set endings. ## Key takeaway - **Dates**: January 28 → February 1, 2026, Caja Mágica (Madrid). - **Format**: 8 teams, 3 categories, “team” points (2/2/1). - **Schedule**: typical start at 11 AM; final announced from 4 PM on Sunday. - **Broadcast**: DAZN free depending on territories + beIN Sports / FanCode depending on regions. Useful Links (official): [Order of Play](https://www.hexagoncup.com/en/order-of-play) · [Where to Watch](https://www.hexagoncup.com/en/where-to-watch) · [FIP Presentation](https://www.padelfip.com/2026/01/generali-hexagon-cup-from-wednesday-to-sunday-in-madrid-the-best-of-world-padel-for-the-first-fip-team-circuit/).