Indian junior pickleball players secured three medals at the Asia Pickleball Junior Open/Asian Junior Championship 2026, held at Mahidol University in Nakhon Pathom, Thailand.
Organised by the Asia Federation of Pickleball (AFP), the three-day event showcased some of Asia’s top emerging junior talent across various age categories.
The tournament offered young athletes a platform to compete at a high level internationally, gain exposure, and represent their countries on the continental stage, according to a press release.
India’s success was led by Stuti and Anjali, who won the gold medal in the U18 Girls’ Doubles. Anjali Pol also secured a silver medal in the U18 Girls’ Singles, while Aadya and Keerthi took bronze in the U12 Girls’ Doubles.
Commenting on the results, Arvind Prabhoo said, “This is a very encouraging performance from our young Indian players at the Asian Junior Championship. Winning a gold, silver and bronze across different age categories reflects the growing depth and potential of junior pickleball in India. International exposure at this stage is extremely important for the development of these athletes, and performances like these give us great confidence in the future of Indian pickleball.”
The Asia Pickleball Junior Open / Asian Junior Championship 2026 aimed to develop junior pickleball in Asia through boys’ and girls’ competitions in multiple age groups, focusing on athlete development, international competition, and creating long-term pathways for emerging players.
India’s three-medal haul demonstrates the country’s increasing strength in junior pickleball and provides positive momentum for the young athletes as they continue to gain international experience.