Viral Male Pickleball Pros Ranking: A list ranking the hottest male pickleball pros has gone viral and stirred up conversation across social media and podcasts. The list, based on just 1,600 votes, was featured on the Pickleballers and King of the Court podcasts, where hosts shared strong opinions on the player rankings and who got left out.
Roscoe Bellamy claimed the top spot, followed by Jaume Martinez Vich, Christian Alshon, Augie Ge, and Tyson McGuffin. The top five represent a wide mix of clean-shaven and bearded styles, charm, and exciting personalities on the court.
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“We’ve got a good variety of clean shaven versus facial hair, charming personalities, and showmen on the court.”
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The next group included Dylan Frazier, Hunter Johnson, Connor Garnett, Michael Loyd, and Gabe Joseph. Each was praised for their individual style—ranging from artsy and cool to the classic American athlete look.
“Another solid group of guys. We have that artistic and cool energy from Loyd and Joseph, and the wholesome, all-American appeal from Frazier, Johnson, and Garnett.”
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Mixed Reactions to Rankings and Photos
Spots eleven to twenty featured Pablo Tellez, Ben Johns, Federico Staksrud, Jack Sock, Noe Khlif, Mohanad Alhouni, JW Johnson, Christopher Haworth, Quang Duong, and Rafa Hewett. While all are recognizable names, fans questioned the rankings and missed names.
“This next batch of men is when I start to realize there’s some people missing from this list.”
Many were concerned with the small voting pool—just 1,600 people—and the random photo choices taken from Instagram. Some players had great pictures, while others looked off-guard.
“The ranking is based on who had the most votes, but only 1,600 votes were cast. That number is drastically small compared to the massive number of pickleball players in the world.”
“Ben Johns’ hair looks like he just rolled out of bed. Dylan Frazier is half blinking. And Roscoe Bellamy is serving face like a model in his photo.”
Fan Favorites Left Out
Several popular pros didn’t make the list, and fans were quick to point it out. Jay Devilliers, also known as the “Flying Frenchman,” was a top name mentioned. His height, dark features, and French accent made many wonder why he was missing.
“What about Jay Devilliers? The 30-year-old ‘Flying Frenchman’ is textbook tall, dark, and handsome. His French accent alone should put him on the list. Ladies love an accent.”
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Tyler Loong also received fan support. Known for showing off his muscles and switching hairstyles from long brown to bleached blond, his style drew attention.
“Tyler Loong is also notably missing. He has been rocking some muscle tees that showcase his workout routine. And he has the incredible ability to look good with shaggy long brown hair and a bleached blond hairdo.”
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Hayden Patriquin was also seen as a strong candidate due to his neat style and confidence.
“Hayden Patriquin has this Justin Bieber cool factor about him that should absolutely give him a spot on the list. He’s clean cut and has an air of confidence.”
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Yates Johnson, the identical twin of Hunter Johnson—who was ranked—was surprisingly absent.
“How can we have Hunter Johnson on the list and not Yates Johnson? They’re literally identical twin brothers. They look exactly alike. That just seems wrong.”
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DJ Young also received shout-outs for his tattooed look and being a father.
“DJ Young? He looks like he could be a Love Island bombshell with tattoos and a beard. And when the voters find out he’s also a girl dad? That is hot list material.”
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Others like Pat Smith, Max Freeman, James Ignatowich, and Martin Emmrich were also not included, even though many fans consider them attractive and deserving of a spot.
“I think this list needs some amendments. Justice for all the handsome pickleball pros.”
The list, while entertaining, has shown just how passionate fans are about their favorite pickleball players. It also highlights the sport’s growing popularity and the rise of athletes who are admired not just for their skill, but also for their personalities and looks. With so many players overlooked, future rankings might need better photos, broader outreach, and more votes to reflect the community’s full voice.
News in Brief: Viral Male Pickleball Pros Ranking
A viral list of the hottest male pickleball players sparked strong fan reactions and debate on podcasts. With only 1,600 votes and missing big names like Jay Devilliers and Tyler Loong, fans called for a more fair and accurate ranking next time.
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