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Malaysia Sun
09-07-2025
- Sport
- Malaysia Sun
India's Vanshik Kapadia creates history at Inaugural PPA Tour event in Malaysia with triple medal haul
New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): In a landmark moment for Indian pickleball, Vanshik Kapadia, representing the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA), scripted history by clinching three medals at the PPA Tour Asia - Panas Malaysia Open 2025, held from 3rd to 6th July at 9pickle, Selangor, according to a release from AIPA. At the inaugural edition of the prestigious PPA Tour event in Malaysia, Kapadia showcased extraordinary form and versatility across all categories - Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. Silver - Pro Men's Singles: Kapadia battled his way to the finals in a hard-fought match, narrowly losing to Vietnam's Trinh Linh Giang in straight sets (12-10, 11-7). Gold - Pro Men's Doubles: Partnering with Harsh Mehta (India), the duo dominated the finals with a commanding 11-3, 11-6 victory. Gold - Pro Mixed Doubles: Kapadia teamed up with Australia's Nicola Schoeman, delivering a stellar performance to win the finals 11-3, 11-4. The PPA Tour Asia - Panas Malaysia Open 2025, hosted by the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA), marked a significant milestone as the first-ever PPA event held in Malaysia. The tournament witnessed participation from over 500 athletes representing countries such as Vietnam, Australia, USA, Hong Kong, China, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Japan. Speaking on his achievement, Vanshik Kapadia said, 'It's an unbelievable feeling to represent India and win across all three formats on such a big international stage. I'm grateful to my partners, coaches, and the AIPA for the support. This is just the start -- there's so much more to achieve.' AIPA President Arvind Prahoo added, 'Vanshik's performance is a proud moment for India and a reflection of the growing strength of Indian pickleball on the global stage. We are committed to supporting athletes like him as they continue to make their mark internationally.' With this historic medal haul, Vanshik Kapadia becomes one of the first Indian athletes to podium in all three categories at an international PPA Tour event, signalling a new era for Indian pickleball on the world stage. (ANI)
India Gazette
09-07-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
India's Vanshik Kapadia creates history at Inaugural PPA Tour event in Malaysia with triple medal haul
New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): In a landmark moment for Indian pickleball, Vanshik Kapadia, representing the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA), scripted history by clinching three medals at the PPA Tour Asia - Panas Malaysia Open 2025, held from 3rd to 6th July at 9pickle, Selangor, according to a release from AIPA. At the inaugural edition of the prestigious PPA Tour event in Malaysia, Kapadia showcased extraordinary form and versatility across all categories - Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. Silver - Pro Men's Singles: Kapadia battled his way to the finals in a hard-fought match, narrowly losing to Vietnam's Trinh Linh Giang in straight sets (12-10, 11-7). Gold - Pro Men's Doubles: Partnering with Harsh Mehta (India), the duo dominated the finals with a commanding 11-3, 11-6 victory. Gold - Pro Mixed Doubles: Kapadia teamed up with Australia's Nicola Schoeman, delivering a stellar performance to win the finals 11-3, 11-4. The PPA Tour Asia - Panas Malaysia Open 2025, hosted by the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA), marked a significant milestone as the first-ever PPA event held in Malaysia. The tournament witnessed participation from over 500 athletes representing countries such as Vietnam, Australia, USA, Hong Kong, China, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Japan. Speaking on his achievement, Vanshik Kapadia said, 'It's an unbelievable feeling to represent India and win across all three formats on such a big international stage. I'm grateful to my partners, coaches, and the AIPA for the support. This is just the start -- there's so much more to achieve.' AIPA President Arvind Prahoo added, 'Vanshik's performance is a proud moment for India and a reflection of the growing strength of Indian pickleball on the global stage. We are committed to supporting athletes like him as they continue to make their mark internationally.' With this historic medal haul, Vanshik Kapadia becomes one of the first Indian athletes to podium in all three categories at an international PPA Tour event, signalling a new era for Indian pickleball on the world stage. (ANI)
The Sun
02-07-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Malaysia to host WPC Asia Pickleball Grand Slam
MALAYSIA will host the WPC Asia Pickleball Grand Slam 2025, the largest and most prestigious pickleball event ever held in Asia. Taking place from 16-20 July 2025 at The Pickle Grounds, a custom-built rooftop venue atop One World Hotel, Petaling Jaya, the tournament is expected to welcome over 1,500 players from 16+ countries and attract more than 3,000 spectators. This milestone event positions Malaysia as a rising force in the global pickleball scene. Since its launch in 2019, the World Pickleball Championship (WPC) has rapidly expanded to include over 80 events across 15+ countries on four continents. With over 60,000 registered players worldwide, the WPC has grown into the largest and most inclusive pickleball championship series globally. The Grand Slam will feature top global athletes such as Vanshik Kapadia (India), the reigning WPC Asia Treble Champion in Men's Singles, Men's Doubles, and Mixed Doubles, and Anna Clarice Patrimonio (Philippines), the defending Women's Singles Champion. Other notable competitors include players from the United States, Australia, China, Vietnam, Japan, Poland, and Malaysia's rising stars like Colin Wong, Razlan Rawi, and Sharneem Reyes.
The Sun
02-07-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Malaysia to host WPC Asia Pickleball Grand Slam 2025
Malaysia will host the WPC Asia Pickleball Grand Slam 2025, the largest and most prestigious pickleball event ever held in Asia. Taking place from 16-20 July 2025 at The Pickle Grounds, a custom-built rooftop venue atop One World Hotel, Petaling Jaya, the tournament is expected to welcome over 1,500 players from 16+ countries and attract more than 3,000 spectators. This milestone event positions Malaysia as a rising force in the global pickleball scene. Since its launch in 2019, the World Pickleball Championship (WPC) has rapidly expanded to include over 80 events across 15+ countries on four continents. With over 60,000 registered players worldwide, the WPC has grown into the largest and most inclusive pickleball championship series globally. The Grand Slam will feature top global athletes such as Vanshik Kapadia (India), the reigning WPC Asia Treble Champion in Men's Singles, Men's Doubles, and Mixed Doubles, and Anna Clarice Patrimonio (Philippines), the defending Women's Singles Champion. Other notable competitors include players from the United States, Australia, China, Vietnam, Japan, Poland, and Malaysia's rising stars like Colin Wong, Razlan Rawi, and Sharneem Reyes.
