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PB Weekly 10/3/2025: Meet The Johnsons!

The pickleball world has been a vibrant mix of international triumphs and domestic dominance this week. Here's your weekly rundown of the top 5 stories that have us dinking for joy:

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1️⃣ PPA Sacramento: The Johnsons Reign Supreme! 👑

The PPA's Pickleball Central Sacramento Vintage Open concluded with a bang, and the results were a family affair! In the mixed doubles final, the top-seeded siblings Jorja and J.W. Johnson defeated their opponents in a thrilling championship match. The Johnsons' continued success on the PPA Tour highlights their incredible chemistry and on-court synergy. What a performance! 🌟

2️⃣ PPA Asia Tour Crowns New Champions in Vietnam! 🇻🇳

Pickleball's global expansion is in full effect! The PPA Tour Asia's MB Vietnam Cup delivered some incredible drama and crowned new champions. In a major upset, Armaan Bhatia and Zane Navratil took down top seeds Ben Johns and Gabe Tardio in an epic men's doubles match, solidifying their place in the finals. The event drew a world-record crowd, showcasing the immense passion for the sport in Southeast Asia!

3️⃣ A Guinness World Record for Anna Leigh Waters! 🤯

Pickleball's biggest star, Anna Leigh Waters, has officially cemented her place in the history books! She has been recognized by Guinness World Records for the most titles won by a female pickleball player. This is a monumental achievement and a testament to her incredible dominance and unwavering consistency at the highest level of the sport. Congratulations, Anna Leigh! 🎉

4️⃣ A Young Star from India Takes National Title! 🇮🇳

The future of pickleball is bright! In an exciting development from the 9th AIPA National Pickleball Championship in India, 13-year-old Aarish Aga Choubey of Chhattisgarh clinched not one but two national champion titles in the U-14 boys' singles and doubles categories. This young phenom's success is a huge inspiration and a great sign for the growth of junior pickleball talent worldwide. Keep an eye on this kid! 👀

5️⃣ PPA Announces Virginia Beach Cup Draw! ☀️

The professional pickleball action doesn't stop! The PPA Tour has already released the draws for the upcoming Fasenra Virginia Beach Cup, which kicks off on October 6th. All the top pros will be there, including Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns, who are looking to bounce back from their PPA Asia tour results and continue their dominance on home soil. Get ready for another week of thrilling pickleball!

This week has shown that pickleball is not just a game; it's a global phenomenon with a rich past, a competitive present, and a very bright future!

Tags: Pickleball News, PPA Tour, Global Growth, Anna Leigh Waters, Junior Pickleball

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