Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns: The anticipation is palpable as the Lapiplasty World Pickleball Championships gears up for its second year at the Brookhaven Country Club in Farmers Branch, Texas. Scheduled from November 4 to November 10, this mega pickleball event promises to bring together some of the sport’s biggest names and fierce competition.
Star Players Headlining the Event
Among the standout players, Anna Leigh Waters emerges as a key figure to watch. The teenage sensation has quickly established her dominance in the sport, rising to the top of the world rankings with remarkable speed. Joining her will be Olympic Gold medalist Jack Sock, along with pickleball powerhouse Benjamin Johns and Catherine Parenteau, the world number one in women’s doubles. The event will feature intense matchups across all three categories: singles, doubles, and mixed doubles.
In doubles, Anna Leigh Waters and Benjamin Johns will form a formidable team. Anna Leigh Waters will also team up with Catherine Parenteau in women’s doubles, where they are poised to face tough competition from Anna Bright and Rachel Rohrabacher, who are expected to challenge the dynamic duo.
Competitive Spirit in Men’s Doubles
The men’s doubles category promises its own excitement, with Benjamin Johns and his brother, Collin Johns, likely to face a strong challenge from J.W. Johnson and Dylan Frazier. Both teams have been impressive in recent tournaments, raising the stakes for this championship.
High Stakes and Expectations
What sets the Lapiplasty World Pickleball Championships apart is the combination of high-ranking points and substantial prize money on the line. Connor Pardoe, CEO and Founder of the Pro Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour, shared his enthusiasm for the upcoming event. “We will have the largest event in pickleball history,” he stated. “We are expecting participation to exceed 3,500 players. This event is going to be wild.”
News in Brief: Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns
The Lapiplasty World Pickleball Championships returns to Farmers Branch, Texas, from November 4 to November 10 at the Brookhaven Country Club. Star players, including Anna Leigh Waters, Benjamin Johns, and Olympic Gold medalist Jack Sock, will compete in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. The tournament offers the highest ranking points and significant prize money, with an expected turnout of over 3,500 players, making it the largest pickleball event in history.
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