Tatler Partners with Standard Chartered and Club Med to Launch Asia’s First Premium Padel Series
The UAE is the only Middle East market to be included in the tournament
Participants
2,000+
Cities
7 Across Asia
Events
8 Stops
Finale
November 2026
Dubai, 2 June 2026: Tatler Asia is proud to announce the launch of the Tatler Padel Series 2026, marking a significant milestone as Asia’s first premium padel tournament. Spanning six months, the series will travel across major hubs in the region, offering a dynamic platform for competition and connection through the fast-growing sport of padel.
The event is proudly supported by its regional partners, Standard Chartered as the Presenting Sponsor and Club Med as the Official Lifestyle Partner. The United Arab Emirates is the only Middle East market to be included in the tournament.
The partnership underscores Standard Chartered’s ambition to deepen engagement with clients through differentiated, bespoke experiences. As the needs of affluent and high-net-worth clients continue to evolve, the bank is increasingly focused on delivering holistic propositions that integrate wealth, lifestyle and wellbeing. The Tatler Padel Series provides a platform to bring this to life — creating meaningful opportunities to connect with clients while reinforcing the bank’s international network and wealth expertise.
“Our partnership with Tatler Asia reflects a strategic shift in how we engage today’s affluent clients, bringing together health and wealth as part of a more holistic proposition. Notably, the UAE is the only market in the Middle East to be included in the Tatler Padel Series, underscoring both the market’s strategic importance for our network, and its influence within the global wealth landscape. The fast-growing sport is increasing in popularity in the UAE, and we look forward to building meaningful connections with our clients on the court.”
— Wasim Ben Khadra, Head of Corporate Affairs, Brand & Marketing & Head of Communications, UAE, Middle East & Pakistan, Standard Chartered
As the world’s largest Sports Club and a pioneer of premium all-inclusive hospitality, Club Med is founded on the belief that sport is a powerful catalyst for connection and l’Esprit Libre. This vision continues to resonate with today’s affluent travellers, who increasingly seek holidays that combine physical vitality, social connection and relaxation in exceptional destinations around the world. Across its resorts, Club Med offers more than 20 sports and activities designed to suit every passion.
“Padel has quickly become the sport du jour and is one of the most exciting sports shaping today’s lifestyle landscape. At Club Med, we have seen strong momentum behind the sport and are proud to offer world-class padel facilities across our global resort portfolio for players of all levels, from beginners to experienced enthusiasts. Our partnership with the Tatler Padel Series 2026 as Official Lifestyle Partner is a natural extension of that vision, bringing to life the energy, conviviality and active spirit that define the Club Med experience.”
— Valerie Loy, Vice President of Marketing, East, South Asia & Pacific, Club Med
With over 2,000 participants expected across eight events in seven cities, the Tatler Padel Series provides an unmatched platform for competition, connection and community. For today’s leaders, sport is a central form of social currency. Whether building networks on the court or optimising health metrics off it, the series caters to those who value both competitive excellence and curated experiences.
The 2026 season will kick off in Bali, Indonesia, before making stops in Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Dubai. The season will culminate in a highly anticipated Regional Final in November 2026.
“At Tatler, we are constantly exploring new ways to bring our community together through meaningful, high-quality experiences. The Tatler Padel Series reflects the evolving passions of today’s leaders, where sport, wellness and connection intersect. By partnering with Standard Chartered and Club Med, we are creating a platform that not only celebrates competition but also relationships and shared moments across the region.”
— Michele Lamunière, Chairman & CEO, Tatler Group
The Experience
The Tatler Padel Series is designed to offer a vibrant atmosphere both on and off the court. Participants and spectators can expect:
- Elite Sport at the Highest LevelPlayers can compete alongside and against professionals in the Celebrity Pro-Am, or test their skills in the Tatler Padel Series Silver and Gold division. Every match will be played on championship-standard courts with professional officiating.
- NetworkingAn opportunity to connect with Asia’s most influential entrepreneurs, executives and tastemakers.
- Premium F&BCurated food and beverage experiences, ranging from courtside refreshments to post-match social mixers.
- Wellness & RecoveryRecovery zones and wellness programming curated for high-performance lifestyles.
Competition Format
The tournament will feature multiple categories to accommodate different skill levels:
Tier 01
Bronze
Open to all, featuring Men’s, Women’s and Mixed Doubles. Group stage followed by knockout rounds, with winners and runners-up qualifying for the Regional Final.
Showcase
Celebrity Pro-Am
A showcase event where local celebrities are paired with professional players for a high-energy match.
Tier 02
Silver & Gold
The highest level of competition, featuring Men’s and Women’s Doubles. Winners and runners-up qualify for the Regional Final.
Destinations: The 2026 Series
Indonesia · Tour Stop
Bali — Bali Social Club
23–26 July 2026
Malaysia · Tour Stop
Kuala Lumpur — Pop Padel
8–9 & 15–16 Aug 2026
Thailand · Tour Stop
Bangkok — Venue TBC
22–23 Aug 2026
Singapore · Tour Stop
Singapore — Mandala Racquet Club
28–29 Aug 2026
Hong Kong, China · Tour Stop
Hong Kong — Venue TBC
October 2026
Mainland China · Tour Stop
Shanghai — Venue TBC
October 2026
UAE · Only Middle East Stop
Dubai — Venue TBC
October 2026
Season Finale
Regional Final — Venue TBC
November 2026
Tatler Sports is a community-first multimedia and events platform that celebrates competition and connection. To register your interest and be the first to receive event details, registration information and exclusive early-access opportunities, please visit the official Tatler Padel Series website.
For more information, please follow @TatlerSports on social media.
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About Tatler Asia
Tatler is a global community platform that connects, celebrates and empowers the world’s most influential communities through content, experiences and cultural access.
Since 1977, Tatler has been a strategic partner to connect the world’s leading brands with influential communities through extraordinary storytelling and experiences. With a strong presence across Asia and expanding globally into markets including Japan, Africa and Latin America, Tatler continues to build communities with local depth and global relevance.
Tatler is owned by the Lamunière family.
Web: tatlerasia.com · Instagram: @tatlerasia
About Standard Chartered
We are a leading international banking group, with a presence in 54 of the world’s most dynamic markets. Our purpose is to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, and our heritage and values are expressed in our brand promise, here for good.
Standard Chartered PLC is listed on the London and Hong Kong stock exchanges.
For more stories and expert opinions, please visit Insights at sc.com. Follow Standard Chartered on X, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.
About Club Med
Club Med, founded in 1950 by Gérard Blitz, invented the all-inclusive holiday club concept, adding in activities especially for children with the creation of the Mini Club in 1967. Led by its pioneering spirit, Club Med seeks out exceptional destinations and sites.
Today, Club Med is the world’s leading provider of upscale, all-inclusive holiday packages with a French touch for families, active couples and individuals. Present in 40 countries around the world and with nearly 70 Premium and Exclusive Collection Resorts, Club Med offers a vacation to experience free spirit in exceptional destinations and sites.
Club Med employs nearly 28,000 Gentle Organisers (G.Os) and Gentle Employees (G.Es), representing 110 nationalities.
Web: clubmed.com · Follow Club Med on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.
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