A close-up look at the spectacular shots at the 2nd NTV - Bia Sao Vang Pickleball Cup 2026.
Duc Anh•April 18, 2026 14:43
The skillful plays and enthusiastic cheers from the audience are creating a vibrant atmosphere at the 2nd NTV - Bia Sao Vang Pickleball Cup 2026.
From the very first day, the 2nd NTV - Bia Sao Vang Pickleball Cup 2026 delivered exciting and dramatic matches, attracting a large number of fans to the stadium to watch and cheer. Photo: Duc AnhOpening the men's doubles Pro event was the match featuring the experienced player Nguyen Ngoc Tuyen, representing the Leopard club. With his strong competitive spirit, Nguyen Ngoc Tuyen and his teammate quickly gained the upper hand, winning their opening match and creating an advantage in the race for a place in the quarterfinals. Photo: Duc AnhNot only the men's doubles Pro event, but other events such as men's doubles under 40 also saw lively competition with high professional quality. Fast-paced rallies, delicate net play, and especially accurate backhand and volley shots produced many spectacular moments, drawing continuous applause from the audience. Photo: Duc AnhIn the stands, the atmosphere remained consistently high. The cheers and applause were a great source of motivation, helping the athletes perform at their best. Photo: Duc AnhSpeaking to reporters, athlete Nguyen Ngoc Tuyen said that he was one of the first people in Nghe An to take up pickleball, after having played many other sports such as table tennis, tennis, and badminton. Photo: Duc AnhNguyen Ngoc Tuyen shared: “We were pioneers in bringing this sport to our locality about two years ago. Since then, pickleball has developed very rapidly, not only in Nghe An but also nationwide.” Evaluating this year's tournament, the player believes the quality of the athletes has improved significantly. “This year's tournament brings together nearly 400 athletes, with almost 30 pairs in the event I'm participating in. The skill level is more evenly matched this year, promising more exciting matches than last season,” said Nguyen Ngoc Tuyen. Photo: Duc AnhNot only impressed by the professional aspects, Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Tuyen also highly appreciated the organization. “The tournament was large-scale, well-organized, and had good media coverage. In particular, the connection between the tournament and social welfare activities made us very grateful,” he added.The tournament organizers also announced that they have established a specialized team consisting of coaches and pickleball experts to systematically assess the athletes' skill levels. (Photo: Duc Anh)A representative from the organizing committee also stated: While differing opinions may arise during the grouping and professional evaluation process, the ultimate goal remains to ensure fairness and improve the quality of the tournament. (In the photo: Members of the referee team working during the men's doubles under-40 match. Photo: Duc Anh)With exciting matches right from the group stage, the 2nd NTV - Bia Sao Vang Pickleball Cup 2026 promises many more surprises in the following rounds. Players with consistent form and strong competitive spirit will gradually emerge, competing for the top positions when the tournament concludes on April 19th. Photo: Duc AnhThe NTV Pickleball Cup is gradually asserting its role as a platform connecting the community, spreading the spirit of sportsmanship, and contributing to the strong development of pickleball in Nghe An. In the photo: Many prominent figures in the pickleball movement from within and outside the province gathered at the 2nd NTV Pickleball Cup - Sao Vang Beer Tournament in 2026. Photo: Duc AnhA large crowd watched the match before the opening ceremony of the men's doubles pro event. Photo: Duc Anh.
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