- Indian players delivered a stellar performance at the 2026 Pickleball World Cup held in Da Nang, Southeast Asia, securing a total of 41 medals and finishing fourth in the medal tally.
- India's haul included 7 gold, 17 silver, and 17 bronze medals. This performance marks a significant improvement for the Indian team, which had finished seventh in the previous World Cup.
- Indian players showcased their talent across various age groups and events.
- Fairoze Zaidi won the gold medal in the 40+ women's singles, while Vivek Reddy secured the top spot in the 40+ men's singles.
- Meanwhile, Kiran Salian won gold for India in the 50+ men's singles. In the Under-18 boys' singles category, Purvansh Patel also delivered an outstanding performance to clinch the gold medal.
- The standout performance of the Indian campaign came from team captain Bhushan Akut.
- On September 1, 2026, he achieved a magnificent 'golden hat-trick' in the 60+ category. In addition to the 60+ men's singles, he won gold medals in the men's doubles (partnering with Ashok Rohira) and the mixed doubles (partnering with Elizabeth Wilcox).
- India's campaign, yielding a total of 41 medals, not only reflects the country's growing prowess but also highlights the strong presence and depth of Indian pickleball players across various age groups.
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