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May 2, 2025
The excitement of pickleball swept through Ho Chi Minh City as the Vietnam Pickleball Open Cup (VPC) By Pharmacity successfully completed its second edition from April 16 to 20, 2025. Building on the success of its inaugural tournament, this year’s VPC delivered five unforgettable days of competition, community spirit, and entertainment at The Dinker Club – Premier Pickleball Arena in District 7.
More than 400 top athletes from across the country participated, highlighting the rapid growth of pickleball in Vietnam.
Champions Rise in Fierce Competition
Players competed across both singles and doubles events, with divisions for professional and amateur athletes, and age categories of under-35 and over-35. The tournament awarded a total prize pool of VNĐ500 million (approximately US$19,500) to the highest achievers, setting a new standard for pickleball tournaments in the region.
Fans were also treated to special exhibition matches, featuring the People's Police Pickleball Club facing off against the Phoenix Flames, a distinguished team from the Major League Pickleball (MLP) — recognized as one of the most prestigious professional leagues worldwide.
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A Festival of Sport and Entertainment
Beyond the competitive action, the VPC celebrated its connection to the arts with the Vietnam Pickleball Open Cup Artists segment, spotlighting popular stars from the hit show "Anh Trai Say Hi" (Say Hi With Bros).
Adding to the festive atmosphere, performances by well-known celebrities such as Vũ Thúy Quỳnh, Phạm Thị Ánh Vương, Đạt Kyo, and Tronie Ngô energized the crowd and created a lively celebration of both sports and entertainment.
Looking Ahead
With the Ho Chi Minh City stage concluded, anticipation now builds for the third chapter of the tournament series, scheduled to take place in August in Đà Nẵng. Organized by New Sports, the Vietnam Pickleball Open Cup continues to play a major role in expanding the popularity of pickleball in Vietnam and across Asia.
The 2025 Vietnam Pickleball Open Cup proved once again that pickleball is more than a sport—it’s a movement, uniting athletes, artists, and fans in a shared celebration of energy, skill, and community.
