Stavya Bhasin and Pearl Amalsadiwala Triumph in Mixed Doubles at Grand Prix 2026
Victory at the Grand Prix
On February 22, at the Otters Club in Bandra West, Mumbai, Stavya Bhasin and Pearl Amalsadiwala clinched the title in the Mixed Doubles final during the Pickleball Now Grand Prix 2026. They triumphed over Naomi Amalsadiwala and Arjun Singh with a score of 15-6. The sisters showcased a fierce rivalry, dominating the match with their strategic placements and precision, leaving their opponents with little chance to recover, ultimately earning the silver medal.
After their win, Stavya expressed her admiration for Pearl's performance, highlighting their teamwork: "That match was fantastic. Pearl played incredibly well, even better than anyone could have expected. I think she really carried me through the game. But I also contributed significantly, I won't deny that. It was a wonderful day for both of us."
In addition to their mixed doubles success, Stavya also secured victory in the Men's doubles final alongside Ammol Ramachandani, winning 15-5, bringing her total medal count in the tournament to two.
About the Indian Pickleball Association: The Indian Pickleball Association serves as the official governing body for the sport in India, focusing on its promotion, development, and organization throughout the nation. The association aims to inspire players of all ages and skill levels to engage with the sport through events like the IPA Nationals. It is affiliated with both the Asian Pickleball Association (APA) and the Global Pickleball Federation (GPF).
About 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 serves as the basis for team selection at school, district, state, and national levels.
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