Over the weekend of July 26th, international professional pickleball showcased intense competition across Asia and Europe with events held in Singapore, Malaysia, and Italy. The PPA Asia 500 Leapmotor Singapore Open saw Yufei Long dominate by winning both singles and doubles titles. Notably, Hong Kit “Jack” Wong triumphed in men’s singles, securing his third gold in four PPA international events, while 16-year-old American Jaeda Minniefield made headlines by capturing the mixed doubles crown alongside Vietnam's Luc Pham. Singapore’s event confirmed growing regional talent and bold upsets in doubles and mixed disciplines.

In Malaysia, the APP Penang Open featured Quang Duong’s return to form as he clinched singles and doubles victories. Duong defeated rising star Phoenix He in singles and partnered with Harsh Mehta to claim doubles gold, mirroring their success in Ho Chi Minh City earlier this year. Meanwhile, Roos van Reek achieved a remarkable triple crown, winning singles, doubles with Vivian Glozman, and mixed doubles with Jack Munro, marking her second such feat within two months and making her one of the standout players of the international pickleball circuit.

Meanwhile, Europe’s new PPA stop, held in Portoroz, Slovenia, initiated the Italian series with a smaller 125-point event aimed at growing the continental presence of professional pickleball. This inaugural event highlighted European players, with Louis Laville and Tom Protzek winning men’s doubles, and Katie Morris securing the women’s doubles and mixed doubles titles, the latter in partnership with Ben Cawston. Other podium finishers included top Hungarian Balint Bako and Spain's Josep “Pep” Canyadell, demonstrating competitive depth across the continent.

Looking ahead, the international pickleball tour continues with a busy August schedule that includes major events like the 2026 English Open, the Ho Chi Minh City Open, and the APP Malaysia Open. Fans and players alike can follow live results and medal standings online, as the PPA and APP work to expand the global footprint of pickleball. The continued success of younger and international players signals a dynamic growth phase for the sport worldwide.