Copyright timesnownews
Anushka Chhabria shone brightest for India at the Pickleball World Cup 2025 in Florida after the teenager capped off a stunning campaign with five medals, including a bronze in the Under-14 Girls' Singles and a silver in the U14 Girls' Doubles. Anushka's latest feat added to her earlier successes, bronzes in the U14 Mixed Doubles (with Veer Shah), the Under-34 Women's Singles (3.5 DUPR), and the Junior Team event, helping India bag the Best Junior Team Delegation Award. Speaking to Hudd, Anushka said, "I feel really proud to have won these medals. I came here thinking that I wouldn't even win one medal, but it's a great vibe, something I didn't expect. It feels amazing to represent India." Her humility and joy were evident as she stood on the podium, a tricolour draped proudly around her shoulders. "It feels really good. I'm glad I got to meet my teammates," she said, her medals glinting under the Florida sun. The Chhabria family's Florida chapter didn't stop there. Her father, Vijay Chhabria, turned the event into a historic family affair by winning gold in the 35+ Men's Singles (3.5 DUPR) category, a proud moment for India and an unforgettable one for the family. "Winning a gold for India is always an incredible feeling," Vijay had told Pickleball Now. "But sharing that experience with my daughter makes it something we'll cherish forever. To see Anushka not just participate, but represent Team India in the juniors and win five medals makes me immensely proud — it feels like a dream realised for both of us," he added. For Anushka, the success is both a milestone and a motivation. "It's good to represent India," she said with a smile, echoing the pride of an entire nation. Achievements by Vijay and Anushka Chhabria at Pickleball World Cup 2025: Vijay Chhabria Gold in 35+ Mens Singles (3.5) Category Anushka Chhabria Bronze in Age 34 and Below (3.5 DUPR) Category Bronze in U14 Mixed Doubles Category Bronze in U14 Girls Singles Category Silver in U14 Girls Doubles Category Bronze Medal - Team India Juniors Best Junior Team Delegation Award - Team India About Indian Pickleball Association: The Indian Pickleball Association is the official governing body for pickleball in India and is dedicated to promoting, developing, and organising the sport across the country. The association continues to inspire players of all ages and skill levels to embrace the game through events like the IPA Nationals. IPA is affiliated with the Asian Pickleball Association (APA) and the Global Pickleball Federation (GPF). About Pickleball World Ranking: PWR is a national ranking system that spans all age groups, skill divisions, and formats -including singles, doubles, and mixed categories. It serves as the official National Sports Federation Ranking for India. With multiple sanctioned events taking place every week across the country, PWR defines the top Indian players at every level and forms the foundation for team selection at the school, district, state, and national stages. Stay connected with all the latest news on Pickleball, exclusive behind-the-scenes content, tips, and inspiration you won't find anywhere else. Your ultimate destination for all things pickleball – where the community comes together for news, views, and the sport that's sweeping the globe. Follow us at @pickleballnow on Instagram and be part of the community!
