Heineken Pickleball World Cup 2026 to Kick Off in Da Nang

Da Nang City in central Vietnam has been selected to host the Heineken Pickleball World Cup 2026. The tournament will feature leading players from the PPA (Professional Pickleball Association) and APP (Association of Professional Pickleball) circuits, alongside top Vietnamese and international competitors, including Ly Hoang Nam, Phuc Huynh, Truong Vinh Hien, Sophia Phuong Anh, and Sophia Huynh Tran. The Pickleball World Cup 2026 is expected to enhance Vietnam’s position on the global sports map and help establish Da Nang as a regional and international hub for this racket sport. The city plans to leverage the tournament to promote its tourism and sports potential to the world. Da Nang will also consider including pickleball in its school physical training programs and in its list of regular sports for long-term development, demonstrating a proactive approach to sports popularization and growth. Vietnam has been actively seeking to host sporting events in recent years, aiming to boost its national image and generate economic benefits through international competitions. Da Nang, with its diverse culture and beautiful scenery, is particularly poised to be a prime location for such global sporting events.