Chandril Sood Joins The PWR DUPR India Masters Event: Pickleball is making waves as one of the fastest-growing sports globally, and its rise is notably evident in India. With a staggering 750 players converging in Delhi for The PWR DUPR India Masters Event, the sport’s appeal continues to broaden. Among those participating is Chandril Sood, a professional tennis player who is not only fascinated by pickleball but is also keen to explore this emerging trend firsthand.
Chandril Sood: From Tennis to Pickleball
Chandril Sood, who has made a name for himself on the tennis circuit, has represented India in the 30+ category. Recently, he achieved significant success in Portugal, clinching a gold medal in mixed doubles and a bronze in doubles. His tennis credentials, including a world ranking of 282, lend weight to his opinions on the growing sport of pickleball.
“I am a professional tennis player. I was 282 (ranked) in the world. I recently represented India in Portugal in the 30+ category. I won the gold medal in mixed doubles and bronze in doubles there. I saw that there’s a pickleball event in Delhi. There’s a huge trend in Canada (about pickleball). I wanted to try it out. I came here and I am playing the event.” – (Chandril Sood)
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A Sport on the Rise
Chandril Sood’s admiration for pickleball is clear, as he observes its rapid growth.
“It’s growing at a faster rate than I have seen any sport grow. It’s a very good thing. That’s why I was intrigued and wanted to see how the sport is. I wanted to play it, that’s why I am here. Hopefully, I can see…in one or two years, it can be bigger than any other sport. Cricket is there but it can be the sport that can compete with cricket.” – (Chandril Sood)
News in Brief: Chandril Sood Joins The PWR DUPR India Masters
Chandril Sood, a professional tennis player and recent medalist, is participating in the PWR DUPR India Masters in Delhi, which features 750 players. He praised pickleball for its rapid growth, stating it could rival cricket within the next few years.
He has represented India in tennis, is eager to explore the sport’s potential, impressed by its popularity in Canada and elsewhere.
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