2026 IPSTA World Championships to Take Place in Torino, Italy in June
The International Para-Standing Tennis Association (IPSTA) have announced that Torino, Italy will host the 2026 IPSTA World Championships from June 18–21.
The prestigious event will bring together the world’s best para-standing tennis players for four days of elite international competition, with approximately 100 players representing more than 30 countries competing across four classifications. The event will showcase the highest level of para-standing tennis, highlighting athletic excellence, resilience, and the continued global growth of the sport.
The tournament will be held at the Monviso Sporting Club, one of Torino’s premier tennis venues, known for its high-quality facilities and strong connection to international sport. Bionic People, in collaboration with IPSTA, will serve as the local organizing committee for the World Championships, which are being delivered with the support of the International Tennis Federation (ITF).
IPSTA President Nicky Maxwell said: “We are incredibly proud to bring the 2026 IPSTA World Championships to Torino, as Italy has a rich tennis culture and a growing commitment to para-sport. With the support of Bionic People, the ITF, and our local host city partners, we are confident this event will set a new standard for para-standing tennis on the world stage. In addition to providing our athletes a world-class platform to compete, inspire, and be seen.”
The IPSTA World Championships serve as the sport’s flagship global event, providing athletes with an opportunity to compete at the highest level while fostering international collaboration and visibility for para-standing tennis. The 2026 edition will continue IPSTA’s mission to grow participation, improve competitive pathways, and increase recognition for athletes with physical disabilities who play tennis without a wheelchair. IPSTA’s ultimate goal is to be represented at Grand Slams & Paralympic Games at the elite level, and to continue to grow the sport worldwide at the grassroots level.
Torino, a city with a strong sporting legacy and experience hosting major international events, offers an ideal setting for the championships. Beyond competition, the event is expected to promote community engagement, inclusion, and awareness of adaptive tennis throughout the region.
Further details regarding schedules, classifications, and athlete participation will be shared in the coming months.
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