PPA 125 Sydney 2026: Early-Season Points, Prize Money, and High-Level Pickleball

The 2026 PPA Tour Australia Powered by Franklin, kicks off in Sydney with a PPA125, and anticipation is building for a strong field of both domestic and international talent.

Last year, the event was dominated by Australia’s top players, with exciting performances across singles, doubles, and mixed draws. This year, international competitors are entering the mix, promising even more competitive matchups.

This will be the first PPA Australia event with fully dedicated courts for pros and amateurs, that’s right, no tape or temporary nets! Players will have access to professional-standard courts for all matches, ensuring the best possible environment for high-level competition across two venues, Central Pick and Pickle Point. 

International Players & Rising Talent

Key confirmed players include:

• Jack Wong is bringing his high-level international experience and multiple PPA Medals.
• Eunggwon Kim is a proven competitor and a Men’s Doubles master.
• Lara Giltinan is returning from the USA and ready to make her mark in the women’s pro draw.
• Lachy Donnelly is PPA Australia’s #1 junior player, stepping up to challenge the Pro men’s field.
• Mitch Hargreaves, who is arguably Sydney’s most famous Pro Player, will be competing across all disciplines.

The combination of returning stars, rising juniors, and international entries ensures the 2026 PPA 125 Sydney will be both unpredictable and high-level across all draws.

Event Highlights & Opportunities

Early registration is recommended to secure a spot in the main draw and maximize competitive opportunities as the event is 70% full already!

Players can compete in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles, with early-season PPA Tour points and prize money (Pro only) on offer. Amateur events range from DUPR 3.49 below – 4.5+, with age group categories, 18U, 19+, 35+, 50+ and Pro events DUPR 5.0+.

The event provides a platform for amateurs to experience tour-level competition and measure themselves against the best New South Wales and other travelling Aussie athletes.

Winners from 2025

Last year’s champions set a high bar, but with emerging pros and international talent, it will be a tough ask for repeat medalists.

• Men’s Singles: Andy Horridge
• Women’s Singles: Andie Dikosavljevic, will be back to defend her title
• Men’s Doubles: George Wall and Joey Wild
• Women’s Doubles: Roos van Reek and Somer Dalla-Bona 
• Mixed Doubles: Somer Dalla-Bona and George Wall

Several of these players are back in Sydney and are expected to defend their titles, while new entrants may shake up the pairings and the draws.

Registration & More Information

Players are encouraged to register early to ensure entry into the main draws. For full details, including draws, schedule, and prize breakdown, visit: PPA Tour Australia – PPA 125 Sydney.

Pro Entries close February 14th, Amateur registrations close February 19th or if capacity fills earlier (highly likely)

PPA 125 Sydney 2026 promises a high-level start to the PPA Tour Australia season, with opportunities for both established stars and emerging talent to make their mark.