RacquetX concluded on Sunday, March 15, in South Florida, cementing its reputation as the “Home Court for Racquet Sports” and ushering in a new era of collaboration, crossover, and growth across the global racquet sports community.
Billed as “America’s Festival of Racquet Sports,” the three-day event at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale (March 13–15) brought together athletes, brands, creators, investors, and innovators from tennis, padel, pickleball, squash, badminton, racquetball, table tennis, and emerging racquet sports, making it the most impactful edition yet.
Across 10 courts, over 175 brands connected with thousands of business leaders and players through activations, demos, and showcases, underscoring the rapid expansion of racquet sports and the growing synergy between disciplines.
A defining moment for a unifying industry
The overriding theme of RacquetX 2026 was clear: the racquet sports industry is entering its era of unification.
From the rise of multi-racquet sports clubs to new cross-disciplinary partnerships between brands, operators, and leagues, to NFL players adopting racquet sports as their new sport of choice, the lines between racquet sports are increasingly dissolving.
“With record numbers of attendees and engagement from the North America’s racquet sports industry, RacquetX 2026 proved the power of our sports working together for the greater good.”
“Whether it’s pickleball tech brands partnering with their padel counterparts, the rapid rise of the multi-racquet sports venue, padel racquet brands diversifying into pickleball, or the arrival of TYPTI and INTENNSE, racquet sports are converging and seeing the value of working as a collective.”
“Once again, we’re proud to play the role of being that ‘home court’ for an industry that’s enjoying ‘its moment’.”
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Athletes, creators, and cultural crossovers
RacquetX 2026 also demonstrated how racquet sports are expanding beyond traditional audiences.
NFL legends Terrell Owens and five-time Pro Bowler Jarvis Landry took to the court to play TYPTI, the eye-catching new racquet sport created by Tennis Channel founder Steve Bellamy.
Adding more NFL flair, former Carolina Panthers standout Tre Boston hosted a women’s padel clinic during the ‘Creators Clash,’ where top content creators went head-to-head across multiple racquet disciplines.
Throughout the venue, media personalities, influencers, and athletes mingled, highlighting the rising cultural impact of racquet sports across entertainment, social media, and lifestyle communities.
Former ATP World No. 5 and two-time Grand Slam finalist Kevin Anderson drew a packed audience for a session on mental health and athlete wellbeing, sparking important conversations on performance, resilience, and long-term player support.
Competition and innovation on display
The NPL Finals brought thrilling on-court action as teams battled for the championship before an enthusiastic crowd.
The Trading Club (Reserve Solemia) edged out Dallas’ squad (Padel 39) in a thrilling final.
Meanwhile, the X-Club Showcase featured eight of the nation’s top padel clubs facing off, with Brisas narrowly defeating Reserve in a nail-biting finale.
RacquetX also made history with the inaugural INTENNSE Draft, the first professional tennis player draft in league history. Eighty players were selected across 10 teams, setting the stage for an expanded 2026 season and signalling a bold new era for professional racquet sports. The fast-paced, team-based format is redefining tennis, welcoming a new generation of fans and players alike.
RacquetX strengthens its position as the industry’s “home court”
As RacquetX concluded Sunday afternoon, the event further cemented its position as the global gathering point for the racquet sports industry.
Across three days, RacquetX brought together a whole ecosystem, from grassroots participation and club innovation to professional leagues, emerging formats, and global brands shaping the future of the industry.
As new facilities increasingly house multiple racquet sports under one roof, the industry is entering a period of unprecedented opportunity.
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