The championship, which attracted players from across the region, formed part of the official PWR 200 circuit and carried ranking points under the Indian Pickleball Association’s competitive structure. Siddhu’s victory demonstrated his consistency and control throughout the tournament, as he navigated a competitive field to reach the final and finish on top.
Mufaddal Faizullabhoy settled for the silver medal after a hard-fought final, while Huzefa Vadnagarwala claimed the bronze medal in the category. The Beginners Men’s Singles event was one of several categories contested at the Kolkata Pickleball Championship, reflecting the growing depth and participation in Indian pickleball at the grassroots and competitive levels.
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.
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