Lapiplasty World Pickleball Championships: Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns Ready to Shine in Texas
The Lapiplasty World Pickleball Championships is set to sizzle in Texas as some of the biggest names in the sport gear up to battle it out on the courts. The tournament, which will be held at Brookhaven Country Club in Farmers Branch, Texas, promises to be an action-packed event filled with intense competition and thrilling matches.
One of the players to watch out for is Anna Leigh Waters, the teenage sensation who has quickly risen to the top of the pickleball world. Waters, who is currently ranked as the world’s number one player, will be looking to showcase her skills and defend her title at the championships.
Joining Waters on the court will be Olympic Gold medalist Jack Sock, Ben Johns, and Catherine Parenteau, the world number one in women’s doubles. With players competing in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles categories, fans can expect to see some incredible matchups and fierce rivalries unfold.
In the doubles category, Waters and Johns are expected to form a formidable partnership, while Waters will also team up with Parenteau in the women’s doubles. The competition will be fierce, with players like Anna Bright and Rachel Rohrabacher looking to challenge the top seeds.
On the men’s side, Ben and Collin Johns will face tough competition from J.W. Johnson and Dylan Frazier, who have been in impressive form recently. With the tournament offering the highest ranking points and prize money, the stakes are high for all the players involved.
Connor Pardoe, CEO and Founder of the Pro Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour, expressed his excitement for the event, stating that they are expecting a record number of players to participate. With over 3,500 players expected to register, the Lapiplasty World Pickleball Championships is shaping up to be the biggest event in pickleball history.
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