Pattaya, Thailand – March 13th, 2025: The Asia Pickleball Open, a prestigious event in the World Pickleball Series, recently concluded in Pattaya, Thailand
The tournament featured three competitive levels—Intermediate (3.5), Advanced (4.5), and Professional (5.0)—attracting top talent from across Asia.Athletes from Globalsports India, including Himanshu Deveskar, Mihika Yadav, and Shraddha Damani, delivered an outstanding performance, securing multiple medals across various categories. Competing against elite international players, they showcased their exceptional skills and reaffirmed India’s growing dominance in pickleball, particularly in the 4.5 and 5.0 levels.
Globalsports India has been instrumental in developing and promoting pickleball in the country, focusing on athlete training, international exposure, and competitive excellence. The organization’s dedication to advancing the sport is evident in its athletes’ consistent success on global platforms. With this remarkable showing at the Asia Pickleball Open, India continues to cement its place as a rising powerhouse in the sport.
Medal-Winning Performances by Globalsports Athletes:
Himanshu Deveskar
One of India’s top-ranked players in the 35+ category, Himanshu has consistently secured podium finishes in major domestic tournaments and won medals for India at the USA Open Pickleball Championships 2024.
Gold – 35+ Open Men’s Doubles (Partner: Ign Alit, Indonesia) | Score: 21/4
Gold – 35+ Open Men’s Singles | Score: 21/15
Mihika Yadav
A former Tennis National Champion and Asian Junior Champion, Mihika has represented India at the Junior Fed Cup and competed in all four Junior Grand Slams—Australian Open, Wimbledon, French Open, and US Open.
Silver – 19+ Open Women’s Singles | Score: 17/21
Shraddha Damani
A former India No. 4 in U-16 tennis and world-ranked ITF Junior player, Shraddha’s transition to pickleball has been nothing short of spectacular.
Gold – 35+ Women’s Singles (Advanced Category 4.5) | Score: 21/3
Bronze – 35+ Open Women’s Singles (Professional Category 5.0) | Score: 11/8
Gold – 35+ Mixed Doubles (Advanced Category 4.5) (Partner: Hemal Jain) | Score: 21/9
Speaking about the victory, Himanshu Deveskar said, “Winning two golds at such a prestigious tournament is an incredible feeling. Competing alongside and against some of the best in the region has been an enriching experience.”
Shraddha Damani, who secured three medals, added, “This tournament has been a great platform to showcase the growing strength of Indian pickleball. The competition was fierce, but we were determined to make our country proud.”
Hemal Jain, Founder of Globalsports Pickleball, emphasized the organization’s vision, stating, “At Globalsports, our goal has always been to put India on the world map for pickleball. These remarkable performances by our athletes highlight the immense potential we have as a nation in this sport. We remain committed to nurturing talent and providing them with the platform to excel globally.”
Globalsports’ athletes continue to elevate Indian pickleball, setting new benchmarks in international tournaments. With this outstanding performance at the Asia Pickleball Open, India has further strengthened its position as a rising powerhouse in the sport.
About Globalsports Pickeball:
Globalsports is India’s leading sports management firm and the driving force behind the country’s burgeoning pickleball movement. Under the dynamic leadership of Hemal Jain (Founder) and Niraj Jain, Divyesh Jain, and Suresh Bhansali (Co-Founders), Globalsports in association with celebrated filmmaker Shashank Khaitan joins the board as a partner, while Yuvi Ruia brings strategic acumen to the team. Furthermore, Karan Johar, an iconic filmmaker and tastemaker, serves as the brand ambassador, symbolizing the organization’s vision of blending pickleball with lifestyle and culture.