PPA Tour Asia Vietnam Open 2025: Vietnam will host its first PPA Tour Asia pickleball event, the Vietnam Open, in Ho Chi Minh City from September 4 to 7, 2025. This Tier 3 tournament, organized by the United Pickleball Association (UPA), is creating excitement among players and fans across the country.
Vietnam Joins Growing List of Asian Hosts
The Vietnam Open joins other PPA Tour Asia events previously announced for Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Japan. China will host the Slam event, the top-level tournament on the Tour. The Vietnam Open adds momentum to the sport’s growth in Asia, especially in a country where pickleball is gaining popularity quickly.
Trinh Giang Leads Vietnamese Stars
Vietnam’s Trinh Giang, winner of the men’s singles title at the Malaysia Open, will be a key player in the Vietnam Open. Known for his fast footwork and smart play, Trinh is looking forward to playing at home.
“I can’t wait to play on home soil with the best crowd we have here in Vietnam! I will give my best representing the Vietnamese flag and my team! Vamos! Playing before my home fans will be the honour of my career,” said Trinh Giang.
Other top Vietnamese players like Ken Tam and Sophia Tran will also compete, along with UPA Asia Trailblazers.
MB Bank Becomes Title Sponsor
The Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MB) has signed on as the main sponsor of the event. Nguyen Thi Viet Nga, Chief Marketing Officer of MB, shared why the bank is supporting the tournament.
“MB’s support for pickleball transcends tournament sponsorship – it’s about fostering happiness through shared moments of joy and connection. We believe true well-being combines financial health with emotional fulfillment, which is why this partnership holds such significance to us. By championing active communities and meaningful experiences, it perfectly embodies MB Priority’s vision: Happiness in every moment,” said Nguyen Thi Viet Nga.
Organizers See Bright Future for Pickleball in Vietnam
Kimberly Koh, Managing Director of UPA Asia, said the tournament will help grow the sport.
“The MB Vietnam Open represents a defining moment for pickleball in Vietnam. By bringing world-class competition to Vietnamese soil, led by homegrown hero Trinh Giang and Asia’s rising stars, we’re not just hosting a tournament, but accelerating the sport’s evolution across the region. Together with MB Bank, we’re creating pathways for local talent while delivering unforgettable experiences that will inspire the next generation of players and fans,” said Kimberly Koh.
Nguyen Hai Long, Pickleball Program Director at New Sports JSC, said the event will help the sport develop at all levels in Vietnam.
“This event marks a significant turning point where Vietnamese pickleball is brought onto the international stage in a professional and confident manner. By being the co-organiser of the PPA Tour Asia – MB Vietnam Open 2025, New Sports aims to develop a comprehensive pickleball ecosystem in Vietnam – from grassroots communities to professional levels, from athlete development to integration with international tournament systems,” said Nguyen Hai Long.
News in Brief: PPA Tour Asia Vietnam Open 2025
Vietnam will host its first PPA Tour Asia event, the Vietnam Open, from September 4 to 7, 2025, in Ho Chi Minh City. The tournament will feature local stars like Trinh Giang and be sponsored by MB Bank. Organizers hope it will boost pickleball’s growth in Vietnam and across Asia.