PPA Tour Returns to HCMC: A Brand-New Sports Entertainment Experience
On the afternoon of July 20, 2026, New Sports and UPA Asia officially launched the international tournament PPA Asia 500 MB Ho Chi Minh City Open 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City. Following successful stops in Hanoi, Kuala Lumpur, Macao (China), Tokyo, and Singapore, the event marks the return of Asia's premier professional pickleball circuit to Vietnam.
The event will take place from August 6 to August 9, 2026, at New Sports Club (City Park, The Global City, Binh Trung Ward, HCMC).
World-Class Scale & Star-Studded Lineup
After three weeks of registration, the tournament has attracted over 500 athletes from more than 20 countries and territories.
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Prize Purse & Points: The Pro division features a total prize pool of $70,000 USD and up to 500 PPA Tour global ranking points for the champions.
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Star Players: Highlights include the reunion of mixed doubles pair Truong Vinh Hien – Sophia Huynh, alongside former Men's Doubles World No. 1 Collin Johns and Hong Kong star Jack Wong.
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Amateur Division: Registration remains open until July 24, 2026, at
pickleballtournaments.com.
International-Standard Infrastructure & Ticket Information
All 16 courts at New Sports Club have been upgraded to meet PPA Tour Asia standards, featuring covered roofs and side-rain protection:
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Ticket Sales Launch: Championship Court tickets go on sale at 12:00 PM on July 22, 2026, via Ticketbox.
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Pricing:
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GA Class: 265,000 – 660,000 VND
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VIP Class: 530,000 – 1,190,000 VND (Includes merch kit + VIP Lounge access)
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VVIP Class: 2,380,000 – 7,920.000 VND (Includes premium merch kit + VIP Lounge access)
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Free Admission: The Grandstand Court, 14 Standard Courts, and the Pickletown activation zone will be open free to the public.
MB Priority & Exclusive Client Privileges
Marking its fourth consecutive tournament as Title Sponsor in Vietnam, Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MB) introduces the exclusive MB Central VVIP ticket tier:
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Prime Viewing: Central Courtside seating directly along the sideline for the closest view of elite action.
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Exclusive Gift Set: Premium Pickleball paddle, sports backpack, towel, cap/shirt, and VIP Lounge access.
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Client Appreciation: MB Priority clients connecting across MB's financial ecosystem gain access to complimentary passes and specialized benefits.
Partners & Live Broadcast
The tournament is supported by FILA (Official Local Platinum Partner), equipment partners JOOLA, Facolos, Franklin Sports, Paddletek, and local sponsors Sun Phu Quoc, TH, McDonald’s, Masterise Homes, The Hammock Hotel, Wynnley Venue & Retreat, and Ticketbox.
Watch Live: Matches will be broadcast live on the official YouTube channels of PPA Tour Asia, New Sports, and the FPT Play ecosystem.
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