The PPA Asia 500 Kuala Lumpur Open returns to 9Pickle in Setia Alam from May 13–17, 2026.
It’s the second PPA Tour Asia stop of the year and the first chance for pros and amateurs to claim an Open tier medal on the Asian circuit.
Basics
- When: May 13–17, 2026
- Where: 9Pickle, 16 Persiaran Setia Dagang, Setia Alam, Shah Alam, Selangor 40170, Malaysia
- Sanctioning: PPA Tour Asia (UPA Asia)
- Status: Open (PPA Asia 500)
- Prize Money: US$50,000 Surface: Semi-outdoor covered hard courts
- Website: ppatour-asia.com
- Tickets: ticket2u.com.my
Divisions
- Pro — Singles, Doubles, Mixed Doubles
- Pro Qualifier — Open to players outside the top 20 PPA ranking
- Amateur Age Brackets — 19+ through 60+
- Amateur Skill Brackets — Below 3.499 and 3.5+ Junior divisions
Results
| Division | Champion(s) |
|---|---|
| Men’s Pro Singles | Giang Trinh |
| Women’s Pro Singles | Yufei Long |
| Men’s Pro Doubles | Vanshik Kapadia & Harsh Mehta |
| Women’s Pro Doubles | Jamie Wei & Xiao Yi Wang-Beckvall |
| Mixed Pro Doubles | Vanshik Kapadia & Nicola Schoeman |
Full brackets: 2026 Results
Tickets
- Day passes: ticket2u.com.my
- Multi-day passes: Available through Ticket2U
- Parking: On-site at 9Pickle, no fee
Watch
- PPA Tour Asia YouTube — live streaming
- Pickleball.com — recaps and highlights
Travels
Nearby Airports:
- Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB): 20 min drive
- Kuala Lumpur International (KUL): 50 min drive
Hotels
| Hotel | Distance | Vibe |
|---|---|---|
| Courtyard SA | 8 min | Modern |
| Double Tree | 15 min | Upscale |
| Hilton Glen. | 20 min | Refined |
| Concorde SA | 22 min | Classic |
Sponsors
- 9Pickle
- Panas Express
- JOOLA
- Facolos Pickleball
- Franklin Sports
- Paddletek
- UPA Asia
FAQs
How many courts does 9Pickle have for the event?
9Pickle Setia Alam features 10 semi-outdoor tournament-grade courts, including a Championship Court with grandstand seating for around 500 spectators where finals are played.
What tier is the Kuala Lumpur Open on the PPA Tour Asia?
It’s a PPA Asia 500 event, the middle tier on the regional calendar. Gold medalists earn 500 ranking points and a share of the US$50,000 prize purse.
Are the top-20 PPA pros eligible to compete?
The top-20 PPA-ranked players are not eligible for the main draw unless invited as wild cards. Up to two wild card spots per bracket can be approved by the UPA Standards Committee.
Where can I watch the matches if I’m not in Malaysia?
All Championship Court action is streamed live on the PPA Tour Asia YouTube channel. Recaps, highlights, and photo galleries appear on Pickleball.com after each day.
