Veolia Pickleball National Championships begin at Cary Tennis Park
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 8:47 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026
The Veolia Pickleball National Championships are underway at Cary Tennis Park in North Carolina. This event marks the first of four major tournaments on the PPA Tour schedule and offers more than $1 million in prize money to competitors. Thousands of spectators are expected to attend the tournament, which runs through September 6. Organizers report high demand for tickets and expect the competition to generate a significant economic impact for the region. The tournament features top-ranked professional players alongside amateur competition in a venue that has hosted professional pickleball events previously.
- •The Veolia Pickleball National Championships run through September 6 at Cary Tennis Park.
- •The event offers a total prize pool exceeding $1 million.
- •This is the first time Cary has hosted the national championships.
- •Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon is a primary supporter of the PPA Tour.
- 8:47 PMYahoo Sports — Pickleball National Championships brings players, fans and an economic boost to North Carolina
"More than $1 million in prize money is at stake as competitors and fans gather in Cary.
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