Indian Players Excel at Vietnam Pickleball Open Cup 2025, Bringing Home Seven Medals
Click to start listening
Synopsis
Indian athletes excelled at the Vietnam Pickleball Open Cup 2025, earning seven medals, including two gold, three silver, and two bronze. The event highlights India's rising prominence in pickleball, showcasing exceptional talent and sportsmanship among competitors.
Key Takeaways
- India secured seven medals at the Vietnam Pickleball Open Cup.
- Vrushali Thakare and Tyak Karina won gold in Open Women’s Doubles.
- Mayur Patil achieved gold in Men’s Open Doubles.
- Vanshik Kapadia earned medals in both Open Men’s Doubles Pro and Mixed Doubles.
- AIPA emphasizes commitment to developing pickleball in India.
Mumbai, April 18 (NationPress) Indian athletes delivered an exceptional performance, securing a total of seven medals -- two gold, three silver, and two bronze -- at the Vietnam Pickleball Open Cup currently taking place in Ho Chi Minh City, as reported by the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA) on Friday.
The Indian contingent clinched all its medals in the open category of the tournament on Thursday. The event is scheduled to continue until Sunday, featuring competitions for intermediate and beginner levels.
Facing fierce competition from elite international players, the Indian team exhibited remarkable skills and sportsmanship, affirming India’s emerging strength in the global pickleball arena.
The tournament highlighted outstanding performances from India's top pickleball athletes. Vrushali Thakare stood out, earning gold in Open Women’s Doubles alongside Tyak Karina, and also captured a silver and bronze in the Open Mixed Doubles Pro category with Vanshik Kapadia.
Mayur Patil showcased an equally impressive display, achieving gold in Men’s Open Doubles and silver in Mixed Open Doubles. Vanshik Kapadia also secured a silver medal in Open Men’s Doubles Pro, contributing to his podium finishes with Vrushali. Completing India's medal tally, Kuldip Mahajan earned a bronze in Open Men’s Doubles, contributing to India's remarkable seven-medal achievement.
Arvind Prabhoo, President of AIPA, stated, “AIPA is incredibly proud of our athletes' accomplishments at the Vietnam Pickleball Open Cup 2025. With every international event, our players consistently elevate their performance, embodying the true essence of Indian pickleball.
“Their commitment, discipline, and competitive spirit reflect the relentless efforts to promote and enhance the sport across the nation. At AIPA, we are dedicated to cultivating talent and creating opportunities that enable our athletes to make India proud on the global stage,” he added.
“India’s remarkable performance at the Vietnam Pickleball Open Cup further solidifies the country’s growing influence in the international pickleball scene. This achievement not only highlights the increasing caliber of Indian athletes but also signals a bright future for the sport in India,” stated AIPA in a release on Friday.
AIPA remains committed to expanding the reach of pickleball, fostering grassroots involvement, and equipping athletes for even greater success on the world stage, as mentioned in the release.
