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Tanmay and Anujay emerged victorious in the Men’s Doubles final at the Lucknow Masters, an Indian Pickleball Association (IPA)-sanctioned PWR 50 event, at Pickle Pro in Lucknow on Sunday. The duo overcame an intense fight against Prateek and Akshat, sealing the championship title with an 11–3, 12–10 win. The match was a perfect display of precision, teamwork, and mental strength, as both pairs left everything on the court. Tanmay and Anujay started the first game strongly, dominating with their sharp reflexes and aggressive net play to win it 11–3. However, Prateek and Akshat regrouped in the second game, tightening their defence and pushing the contest to a nail-biting finish. Despite facing stiff resistance, Tanmay and Anujay held their composure in the crucial moments, edging ahead 12–10 to clinch the title in straight games. The final drew loud applause from spectators, who witnessed a thrilling combination of power rallies and tactical shot placement. Both teams displayed remarkable sportsmanship and skill, underlining the rising competitive standards in Indian pickleball. Running from October 23 to 26, the Lucknow Masters lived up to expectations, drawing players from across Uttar Pradesh and delivering exciting rallies, tactical depth, and intense finishes. 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!
