Guwahati Open PWR 200: Celebrating Excellence in Doubles Pickleball
Highlights from the Guwahati Open PWR 200
The Guwahati Open PWR 200 showcased remarkable teamwork and resilience in its doubles categories, highlighting the sport's expanding inclusivity. In the Women’s Doubles 30+ division, Manaswinee Hazarika and Anangsha Alomyan triumphed over Lentina Longkumer and Chubasenla Aier with a score of 11-9 in a thrilling final. The match saw momentum shift multiple times, but the winners maintained their composure and strategic play during critical moments, ultimately securing a hard-fought victory.
In the Men’s 40+ Doubles category, Vikhojolie Whate and Lhouvi Punyu claimed the championship after defeating Deepantan Deb and Rohan Abraham. Their success was a testament to their strong teamwork and consistency throughout the tournament, while Deb and Abraham also put forth a commendable effort to finish as runners-up.
The Men’s 50+ Doubles division featured Venkatachalam Gopalan and Bipul Talukdar, who emerged victorious against Mridulal Barkakoti and Atiqur Rahman. This win further emphasized the increasing competitiveness within senior pickleball categories, where experience and tactical shot selection play crucial roles.
The doubles events at the Guwahati Open highlighted pickleball's unique ability to unite players of various ages in competitive settings. The tournament exemplified a culture of sportsmanship, community, and camaraderie, marked by thrilling finishes and veteran performances.
Guwahati Open: Day 2 Results
| Category | Winners | Finalists | Score |
| Women’s Doubles 30+ | Manaswinee Hazarika / Anangsha Alomyan | Lentina Longkumer / Chubasenla Aier | 11-Sep |
| Men’s 40+ Doubles | Vikhojolie Whate / Lhouvi Punyu | Deepantan Deb / Rohan Abraham | Awaited |
| Men’s 50+ Doubles | Venkatachalam Gopalan / Bipul Talukdar | Mridulal Barkakoti / Atiqur Rahman | Awaited |
About the Indian Pickleball Association: The Indian Pickleball Association serves as the official governing body for the sport in India, committed to its promotion and organization nationwide. The association encourages players of all ages and skill levels to engage with pickleball through events like the IPA Nationals. It is affiliated with both the Asian Pickleball Association and the Global Pickleball Federation.
About Pickleball World Ranking: The PWR is a national ranking system that encompasses all age groups and skill levels, 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, helping to identify top players and facilitate team selections at various levels.