New Delhi (India), March 5: Indian tennis legend Sania Mirza has joined forces with Global Sports as a partner for the upcoming Pickleball Open 2025 tournament in Dubai, scheduled to take place from May 8-11. The tournament boasts a lucrative prize pool of 50,000 USD and will be held in collaboration with the PickleTurf Pickleball Club Dubai and the Dubai Sports Council, according to a press release from Global Sports.
Adding her star power to the event, Sania Mirza, a six-time Grand Slam champion, has come on board alongside entrepreneur Anam Mirza as a partner for this edition of the tournament, marking a major milestone in the growing popularity of pickleball in the region. Sania’s involvement is expected to provide a major boost to the sport, further popularizing it and inspiring new generations of athletes.
Known for breaking barriers and inspiring countless fans, Sania’s partnership with the tournament is seen as a game-changer for the pickleball scene. Her extensive experience in the world of sports and her passion for nurturing emerging talent will help expand the sport’s reach, especially among youth. In a statement about the partnership, Sania shared, “Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports globally, and I am thrilled to be part of this movement with Global Sports. The sport not only promotes inclusivity and fitness but also creates a strong sense of community, which I believe is essential for the future of sports.”
Global Sports has already played a significant role in promoting pickleball, having organized some of India’s biggest pickleball tournaments, including the Indian Open League 2025 and the Global Sports Pro and Challenger League, Asia’s largest pickleball tournament, which was held in Mumbai.
Hemal Jain, Founder of Global Sports, expressed his excitement about the event, stating, “Our vision at Global Sports is to create a global pickleball movement by providing world-class tournaments that blend competition, inclusivity, and community engagement. With Sania Mirza joining us, we are confident that the Pickleball Open 2025 in Dubai will set a new benchmark for the sport in the region.”
The tournament will be held at PickleTurf Pickleball Club Dubai, the city’s premier indoor pickleball venue located at Mina Rashid. The state-of-the-art facilities at the club, combined with its commitment to fostering community involvement, will ensure an exceptional experience for both players and fans.
The Pickleball Open 2025 promises to attract top talent from around the world and offers an immersive experience that blends high-level competition with the spirit of community and sport, all with Sania Mirza at its heart.
Key Highlights:
- Sania Mirza partners with Global Sports for the Pickleball Open 2025 in Dubai.
- Tournament offers a prize pool of 50,000 USD, scheduled from May 8-11.
- Event held at PickleTurf Pickleball Club Dubai, a premier indoor pickleball facility.
- Sania Mirza’s involvement expected to elevate the sport’s popularity in the region.
- The tournament will bring together top pickleball talent from around the globe.