India, Feb. 6 -- The agility of a badminton player, the intensity of a ping-pong rally, and the energy of a tennis match-all pickled into one!

Pickleball is a sport that is gaining popularity in India given the simplicity of its format, accessibility, and ease of play across age groups. The Indian Open 2025 could not have come at a better time for players across the world. While we have observed the growing relevance of the sport in India, it feels wholesome to witness our players sharing the court with professionals from around the world.

The second day of the tournament saw players and their families showing up in big numbers, supporting each other and smashing it out on the court. "The infrastructure being created for Pickleball in t...