Sportify Dink Master 2026: A Major Pickleball Tournament in Gujarat

The Sportify Dink Master 2026 is set to take place in Ananda, Gujarat, featuring 15 categories and attracting 128 participants. This event, sanctioned by the Indian Pickleball Association, highlights the growing popularity of pickleball in India. With competitions for various age groups and skill levels, the tournament promises exciting matches and showcases the sport's development in the region. Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling event!

By Narendra Chaudhary May 29, 2026, 20:53 IST

Overview of the Sportify Dink Master 2026

The Sportify Dink Master 2026, sanctioned by the Indian Pickleball Association (IPA), is scheduled to take place at the Nayra Petroleum Pump in Ananda, Gujarat, on May 30 and 31. This event will showcase 15 different categories and has already seen 128 participants sign up, highlighting the sport's rising popularity in the area.

Competitions will include categories such as Under-19 Boys’ Singles and Doubles, Under-19 Mixed Doubles, Open Men’s Singles and Doubles, Open Women’s Singles, Open Mixed Doubles, and 30+ Women’s Singles. Additionally, the 19+ Advance section will feature events for players with a DUPR below 4.7, including Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. The tournament will also present the 30+ Advance Category for players with a DUPR below 4.7 in Men’s Singles, along with the Advance+/Pro Men’s Doubles category.

With a blend of new talent and seasoned players expected to participate, this tournament promises to deliver exciting matches across various divisions. The diverse age and skill categories reflect the growing engagement in Indian pickleball, especially among amateur and semi-professional athletes.

Sportify Dink Master 2026 - Key Information:

Total Categories: 15

Venue: Nayra Petroleum Pump, Ananda, Gujarat

Categories include: Under 19 Boys Singles, Under 19 Boys Doubles, Under 19 Mixed Doubles, Open Men's Singles, Open Men's Doubles, Open Women's Singles, Open Mixed Doubles, 30+ Women's Singles, 19+ Advance Category DUPR Below 4.7 (Men's Singles, Women's Singles, Men's Doubles, Mixed Doubles), 30+ Advance Category DUPR Below 4.7 (Men's Singles), Advance+/Pro Men's Doubles

Total Registrations: 128

About the Indian Pickleball Association:

The Indian Pickleball Association serves as the official governing body for the sport in India, committed to promoting and organizing pickleball nationwide. The association aims to motivate players of all ages and skill levels to engage with the sport through events like the IPA Nationals. IPA is affiliated with both the Asian Pickleball Association (APA) and the Global Pickleball Federation (GPF).

About the Pickleball World Ranking:

The PWR is a national ranking system that encompasses all age groups, skill levels, and formats, including singles, doubles, and mixed categories. It acts as the official National Sports Federation Ranking for India. With numerous sanctioned events occurring weekly across the country, PWR identifies the top Indian players at every level and lays the groundwork for team selection at school, district, state, and national levels.

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