“First serve. First stop.” isn’t just a snappy tagline - it marks the moment pickleball history officially begins for Asia. The Panas Malaysia Open 2025 will inaugurate the brand-new PPA Tour Asia calendar, making Malaysia the launchpad for a season poised to showcase international stars and home-grown heroes alike.
Fast Facts
- Dates: Thursday - Sunday, 3 - 6 July 2025
- Venue: 9Pickle, 16 Persiaran Setia Dagang, Setia Alam, Seksyen U13, Shah Alam, Selangor
- Divisions: Pro Open, Amateur (19+, 35+, 50+), Junior U18—all DUPR-grouped
- Pro Prize money: US $50,000
- Spectator tickets: Limited walk-up sales at 9Pickle (first-come, first-served)
What’s on the line?
- US $50,000 pro purse - serious stakes behind every dink, drive and Erne.
- Four action-packed days (3 – 6 July) of singles, doubles and mixed-doubles brackets for pros, juniors and amateurs ensure nonstop court time.
Who’s playing? Everyone - if you signed up early
Demand was sky-high: hundreds of competitors locked in across age- and DUPR-rating divisions before entries slammed shut. If you missed the cut, you can still soak up the atmosphere courtside and join the surrounding festival of clinics, demo days and gear expos.
Why this event matters
- Gateway for Asian talent. Regional players finally get to test themselves against touring pros on home soil.
- Tourism boost for Malaysia. International athletes, families and fans are filling hotels and hawker stalls across Selangor and Kuala Lumpur all week long.
- Community ignition. Local clubs are seizing the moment with open-house sessions, school visits and grassroots outreach to keep the post-tournament momentum rolling.
Final bounce
Registration may be closed, but the excitement has only just begun. Clear your calendar for 3 - 6 July and witness history at the Panas Malaysia Open. From blistering pro battles to community-driven side events, Kuala Lumpur is set for Asia’s biggest pickleball moment yet - don’t let it sail past your paddle!
