James Ling wins double gold at English National Pickleball Championships
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 6:50 AM
Last updated Nov 10, 2026
James Ling, a 29-year-old from Ipswich, won two gold medals at the English National Pickleball Championships in Bolton, capturing titles in men's doubles and mixed doubles. Ling started playing pickleball only 18 months ago after discovering the sport while coaching tennis in the U.S. He expressed disbelief at his rapid success, stating he feels 'on top of the world.' Ling recently signed with the PPA Tour Europe and aims to become 'the best in the world.' His victories come as pickleball continues to grow in popularity across the UK.
- •James Ling wins two gold medals at national championships.
- •Victories in men's doubles with James Chaudry and mixed doubles with Ellie Tomkinson.
- •Ling began playing pickleball 18 months ago.
- •He signed with the PPA Tour Europe to pursue professional aspirations.
- •Pickleball's popularity in the UK has surged, with 65,000 players estimated.
- 6:50 AMYahoo Sports — Man wins double pickleball gold in just 18 months
"Pickleball champ takes home two gold medals in the national championships.
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