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RM800,000 Pickleball–Padel Complex Set for Kelana Jaya
MBPJ will convert SS7’s former futsal court into an RM800,000 pickleball and padel complex via a 21-year public–private partnership. Construction is expected to take about four months from commencement.
The Rise of Venise Chan: Pickleball's Star Ignites Asia's Newest Sports Craze!
Meet Venise Chan, a top player for Hong Kong and the Asia Aces who's fueling the pickleball boom. Read about her achievements and mission to grow the sport!
Yufei Long: China’s Pickleball Pro & PPA Asia Champion
Shenzhen’s Yufei Long paused a PhD, then captured the first PPA Tour Asia women’s singles title in Malaysia. Read her bio, rankings, key results, and what’s next.
How Tech Companies in Bangalore Made Dinking the New Networking
See how Bangalore tech companies use pickleball for team building and networking. Discover the rise of pickleball in Asia at work and beyond!
Neilson Chen is Lighting Up Asia's Pickleball Scene!
Discover how Neilson Chen from Taiwan is transforming Asia's pickleball scene with championship wins and community impact. Read his inspiring pickleball story!
Aditya Ruhela’s Pickleball Revolution: A Star on the Rise
Meet Aditya Ruhela, the Asia’s #1 pickleball player shaping the sport’s future with global wins and game-changing impact. Read his inspiring story.
Goodland Pickleball Unveils Seven New Sites, Including Flagship Bangkok Superclub
Goodland Pickleball announces 7 new locations—6 in India and a flagship Bangkok Superclub opening September 2025—with franchise partners driving expansion.
Sansan Fukuoka Open 2025: Stacked Pro Lineup
PPA Tour Asia hits Itoshima Aug 26–31 with US$70,000, 1,000 points, and stars Connor Garnett, Tyler Loong, and Allyce Jones—plus local wildcards and regional threats.
Trailblazers Land in MLP Australia Mid-Season Shuffle: Yufei Long, Jimmy Liong, Ken Tam
Three UPA Asia Trailblazers—Yufei Long, Jimmy Liong, and Ken Tam—were drafted in MLP Australia’s mid-season shuffle. See team fits, DUPR, and what’s next.
PPA Tour Asia Unveils Power-Packed Field for Hong Kong Open 2025
Jack Wong, Yufei Long, and wildcard threats headline the PPA Tour Asia Hong Kong Open 2025. Four days of world-class pickleball action set for 21–24 August at Kai Tak Arena.
Ben Johns Set to Ignite Malaysia Cup 2025 in Kuala Lumpur
World No. 1 Ben Johns makes his first PPA appearance outside the U.S. at the $500K Malaysia Cup in Kuala Lumpur, 24–28 Sept 2025—get all the details here.
Pickleball's Explosive Growth: Global Market Poised for $7.9 Billion Milestone!
Pickleball's market is projected to hit $7.9B by 2033 with 15.3% CAGR. Explore this booming trend and discover how pickleball became a global sensation.