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Trent Black and Christian Alshon triumphed in a gripping Mixed Doubles Pro Main Draw quarterfinal, edging Catherine Parenteau and Dekel Bar 11–9, 9–11, 11–5. Both pairs traded momentum throughout, with long rallies and sharp net exchanges defining the clash. Black’s court coverage and Alshon’s precision returns proved key in the final stretch as they powered past one of the most experienced pairs in the draw. The Pickleball World Championships 2025 are generating excitement with high-energy action and featuring some of the sport's biggest names. What is drawing even more attention, however, is the increasing international participation in the tournament. According to the Carvana PPA Tour, participation from countries around the globe has increased from just 1% last year to 5% this year. From nations like Canada and India to emerging contenders across Asia, Europe, and Latin America, many countries are quickly embracing pickleball. What started as a niche American sport has now evolved into a truly global phenomenon. 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!
