World Pickleball Rankings introduced to boost global competition

The PPA Tour has launched the World Pickleball Rankings to enhance the sport's global competitiveness. This initiative aims to identify top players, with a weighted scoring system that considers performances across multiple divisions, including gender doubles, mixed doubles, and singles. Prominent players like Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns are at the forefront as the PPA seeks to expand its international reach with a calendar of global events for the 2026-27 season. The rankings will be determined based on the best 14 results over the past year, marking a significant development for the sport's future.

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