Highest Paid Padel Players 2026
Complete rankings of the top earning professional padel players. Discover who earns the most prize money in men's and women's padel, with detailed career earnings and tournament statistics.
As of April 2026, Alejandro Galán and Federico Chingotto are the highest-earning padel players of the 2026 season with €73,300 each in year-to-date prize money, overtaking Agustín Tapia (€63,550) after winning three consecutive Premier Padel tournaments. All-time, Arturo Coello leads career earnings among all professional padel players tracked by FIP.
Professional padel has seen explosive growth in prize money over recent years, with top players now earning substantial incomes from tournament winnings. The highest paid padel players compete in prestigious events like Premier Padel Majors, P1, and P2 tournaments, where prize pools can reach hundreds of thousands of euros.
This comprehensive guide ranks padel players by their total career prize money earnings, providing insights into how much professional padel players earn and which athletes have accumulated the most wealth through tournament victories.
Top 20 Highest Paid Padel Players (All-Time)
The all-time highest earning professional padel players ranked by total career prize money.
| Rank | Player | Category | Tournaments | FIP Rank | Total Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Agustin Tapia ARG | Men's | 53 | #1 | €1,222,701 |
| 2 |  Arturo Coello ESP | Men's | 53 | #1 | €1,222,701 |
| 3 |  Federico Chingotto ARG | Men's | 56 | #3 | €872,413 |
| 4 |  Alejandro Galan ESP | Men's | 55 | #3 | €866,241 |
| 5 |  Gemma Triay Pons ESP | Women's | 53 | #1 | €746,310 |
| 6 |  Paula Josemaria Martin ESP | Women's | 54 | #4 | €709,908 |
| 7 |  Ariana Sanchez Fallada ESP | Women's | 54 | #3 | €696,408 |
| 8 |  Delfina Brea Senesi ARG | Women's | 52 | #1 | €677,948 |
| 9 |  Beatriz Gonzalez Fernandez ESP | Women's | 47 | #5 | €566,623 |
| 10 |  Claudia Fernandez Sanchez ESP | Women's | 51 | #6 | €554,304 |
| 11 |  Franco Stupaczuk ARG | Men's | 55 | #6 | €517,478 |
| 12 |  Juan Lebron ESP | Men's | 54 | #5 | €489,719 |
| 13 |  Martin Di Nenno ARG | Men's | 58 | #12 | €455,712 |
| 14 |  Marta Ortega Gallego ESP | Women's | 58 | #10 | €404,121 |
| 15 |  Miguel Yanguas ESP | Men's | 60 | #8 | €402,784 |
| 16 |  Francisco Navarro ESP | Men's | 57 | #7 | €393,282 |
| 17 |  Jorge Nieto ESP | Men's | 57 | #9 | €368,006 |
| 18 |  Jon Sanz ESP | Men's | 56 | #11 | €346,630 |
| 19 |  Sofia Araujo POR | Women's | 58 | #8 | €340,334 |
| 20 | MG Momo Gonzalez ESP | Men's | 62 | - | €301,989 |
Top Earners in 2026
The highest earning padel players so far in the 2026 season (as of April 2026, after 5 Premier Padel events).
Highest Paid by Category
Highest Paid Men's Players
Top 10 all-time earners in men's padel
Highest Paid Women's Players
Top 10 all-time earners in women's padel
How Much Do Professional Padel Players Earn?
Professional padel has transformed from a niche sport into a global phenomenon, with player earnings reaching unprecedented levels. The highest paid padel players can now earn hundreds of thousands of euros annually from tournament prize money alone, with top performers accumulating career earnings in the millions.
Prize Money Structure in Professional Padel
The professional padel tour features multiple tiers of tournaments, each with different prize pools:
- Major Tournaments: The most prestigious events with the largest prize pools
- P1 Events: High-level tournaments with substantial prize money
- P2 Events: Important tour stops with competitive earnings
- FIP Platinum/Gold/Silver: International federation events at various levels
Factors Affecting Padel Player Earnings
A professional padel player's income depends on several factors beyond tournament results:
- Consistency: Players who consistently reach later rounds accumulate more prize money
- Tournament Selection: Competing in higher-tier events means access to larger prize pools
- Partnership: Success in padel doubles requires effective teamwork
- Sponsorships: Top players earn additional income from equipment and apparel deals
The data on this page represents verified tournament prize money earnings tracked through official sources. For detailed earnings breakdowns, click on any player to view their complete career statistics.
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