PPA TOUR ASIA LAUNCHES 2025 CALENDAR WITH CHINA SLAM IN THE SPOTLIGHT

SINGAPORE,May 6, 2025/PRNewswire/ -- The global pickleball revolution is set to break new ground with the announcement of the inauguralPPA Tour Asiaevents for 2025. Having already found success in theUSA, the premier tour is ready to deliver an unmatched pickleball experience to a new corner of globe. PPA Tour Asia will launch with five tournaments on the initial calendar, headlined by theChinaSlam.

PPA Tour Asia features a three-tier tournament structure - Slam, Cup and Open events - ensuring all regions and levels of competition experience the premier pickleball tour. Points earned at these events count towards the PPA Tour Asia Rankings, as players chase the prestigious No.1 crown – the ultimate recognition for dominance in Asian professional pickleball.

• Slam: 2000 points with an estimatedUS$1 millionin prize money and payouts, bringing together elite international talent including top American pros, Australian pros andAsia'sbest players.
• Cup: 1500 points and an estimatedUS$500,000each in prize money and payouts, showcasing fierce competition among established regional professionals and rising stars.
• Open: 1000 points and a minimum ofUS$50,000in prize money, elevate regional talent and grow the sport throughoutAsia.

Malaysia, one of the fastest-growing regions for pickleball in the world, will host the tour's opening event in July. The schedule then moves into an exciting East Asian swing, with back-to-back tournaments inHong KongandJapanin August.

The season then peaks with theChina Slam, bringing the premier tier to the most populous country in the world. Scheduled forOctober 1-5duringChina'sGolden Week holiday celebrations, the tournament offers an ideal opportunity to showcase pickleball and put a spotlight on the emerging sport.

• PanasKuala Lumpur Open |July 3-6
• Hong Kong Open |August 19-24
• SansanFukuoka Open |August 26-31
• ChinaSlam |October 1-5
• Kuala Lumpur Cup |October 9-12

"With the launch of the PPA Tour Asia calendar, we're bringing world-class pickleball action to the fastest-growing markets in the sport. FromMalaysiatoChina, these events will showcase the best talent while creating new opportunities for players and fans across the region. The ChinaSlam is also part of the UPA International Championship Series, creating the foundation of pickleball's global expansion."Kimberly Koh, Managing Director, UPAAsia.

More events for 2025 will be announced soon.

To keep up to date on the latest pickleball news, head toppatour-asia.com. 

About UPA | PPA Tour Asia

UPA Asia, operating thePPA Tour Asia, is the premier professional and amateur pickleball tour inAsia, dedicated to expanding the sport's highest level across the region. We focus on developing professional athletes through world-class events, elite training programs, and professional pathways while engaging new fans and growing participation. By forging strategic partnerships and delivering exceptional tournament experiences, we're positioning pickleball as a leading sport inAsia. For more information, please contact:media@upa-asia.com.

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