Dubai supports the open tournament for pickleball in 2025 to contribute to the development of the sport in the region. According to Khalid Al Awar at a press conference, Dubai is always striving to strengthen its position as a global center for sports excellence. The support of the Dubai Sports Council for the 2025 pickleball championship is part of their strategy to assist in the development of emerging sports and to promote an active and healthy lifestyle among different segments of society.
The most successful players and specialists have expressed their support for the event. Thus, world tennis star Sanya Mirza noted that pickleball, which combines tennis, table tennis, and badminton, is one of the most dynamically developing sports worldwide, and she is pleased to see it in Dubai.
Director and film producer Karan Johar emphasized that this tournament is not just a sporting competition, but also an event that unites culture, innovation, and community. He is pleased to participate in a team that represents a dynamic sport in the Gulf region.
Pickleball, which combines elements of tennis, table tennis, and badminton, is presented in Dubai as part of the first tournament for pickleball in 2025. Over three days, 275 players and participants from 15 countries will compete on the contemporary Pickle Turf courts located near the Rashid Port. This is the first professional playing space for pickleball in the Emirates.
The sport of pickleball is quickly gaining popularity in various corners of the world and is experiencing rapid growth. The game is played with paddles and an oversized plastic ball on a smaller court than tennis, and can be played either singles or doubles. The significance of this event was highlighted at the press conference, where representatives of the Dubai Sports Council, a world tennis legend, and film producers spoke.
