The World Pickleball Podcast

In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast , host Chris Beaumont sits down with Jack Munro , the #1 ranked male player on the APP Tour , to discuss his rise to the top of professional pickleball. Jack shares the story behind his journey through the competitive ranks, detailing the training, mindset, and strategic evolution that helped him reach the number one position on the Association of Pi...

In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast , host Chris Beaumont speaks with one of the breakout stories of the season: Matthew Barlow , the 72nd seed at the PPA Mesa Cup who stunned the draw by advancing all the way to the men’s singles semi-finals. Matthew shares the inside story of his remarkable run, detailing the matches, mindset shifts, and tactical adjustments that carried him deep int...

In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast , host Chris Beaumont is joined by co-host Gordon Watson to break down a packed weekend across the global pickleball landscape. The discussion opens with full analysis of the PPA Mesa Cup , including key results, standout performances, and what the tournament means for rankings and momentum on the Professional Pickleball Association calendar. Chris a...

In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast , host Chris Beaumont speaks with Estee Widdershoven , the first Belgian player to be signed to the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour —a landmark moment for Belgian and European pickleball. Estee shares her journey from discovering pickleball to reaching the professional ranks, offering insight into the training, mindset, and sacrifices...

In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast , host Chris Beaumont is joined by co-host Gordon Watson and special guest Wes Gabrielsen —Head Coach of the Dilli Dillwale , champions of World Pickleball League Season Two , and a 2022 Pickleball Hall of Fame inductee . Wes reflects on the Dilli Dillwale’s title-winning campaign, sharing insight into team culture, preparation, and the tactical deci...

In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast , host Chris Beaumont sits down with one of the sport’s most exciting young talents, Camden Chaffin , a 14-year-old professional player from the United States who is already making waves on the competitive pickleball scene. Camden shares his journey into professional pickleball, from early development and rapid progression to competing against elite...

In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast , host Chris Beaumont is joined by co-host Gordon Watson to break down the latest developments across the professional and international pickleball landscape. The conversation begins with an in-depth look at Season Two of the World Pickleball League , assessing the action so far, standout performances, and what the early stages reveal about the leagu...

In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast , host Chris Beaumont is joined by co-host Gordon Watson to break down a packed week of professional and international pickleball news. The discussion opens with analysis of the first two days of the World Pickleball League (WPBL) , including early performances, standout moments, and what the opening matches reveal about the direction of the league....

In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast , host Chris Beaumont and co-host Gordon Watson dive deep into one of the most anticipated moments in professional pickleball: Season Two of the World Pickleball League (WPBL) . Chris and Gordon preview what’s ahead for WPBL Season 2, set for January 24 to February 8, 2026 , at Jio World Garden in Mumbai, India . They discuss the league’s expansion a...

In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast , host Chris Beaumont is joined by co-host Gordon Watson for a wide-ranging discussion on the biggest stories shaping pickleball right now. The episode opens with an update on what the team has been working on behind the scenes, including the continued growth and global reach of World Pickleball Magazine . From there, the conversation moves into one...

In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast , host Chris Beaumont sits down with Leon Stanga , President and pioneering force behind Pickleball Venezuela. Leon shares the remarkable story of how pickleball took root in Venezuela, from early grassroots efforts to building a national structure for the sport. The conversation explores the challenges of growing pickleball in emerging markets, the...

In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast , host Chris Beaumont is joined by Dan Osben and Adam Webb , better known as The Picklebros , one of the most recognisable voices in UK pickleball media. The conversation explores the current state of pickleball in the United Kingdom, the role of content creators in shaping the sport’s culture, and how grassroots storytelling is helping drive awarene...

Join hosts Chris Beaumont and Gordon Watson for a blockbuster week in pickleball news. This episode dives deep into the major UPA contract dispute that has seen top stars like James Ignatovich and Ryan Fu terminated for playing in Japan. The duo also breaks down the massive changes coming to the PPA Tour global rankings , the restructuring of the Polish Pickleball Tour , and the exciting rumours s...

The boys are back! After a short hiatus involving moving houses to Anglesey and Rockhampton, hosts Chris Beaumont and Gordon Watson return to break down a massive week in global pickleball. In this jam-packed episode, we head to New Delhi for the IPBL 2025 Finale , where the Mumbai Smashers pulled off a stunning Cinderella run—going from the bottom of the table to defeating the Hyderabad Royals 5-...

Join hosts Chris Beaumont and Gordon Watson for another steady and thoughtful look at the stories shaping the global pickleball landscape. Each week, they walk through their own lives on and off the court before diving into the developments that matter across every region of the sport. In this episode, they examine the proposed merger between the Global Pickleball Federation and the United World P...

In today's World Pickleball Podcast, Chris Beaumont and Gordon Watson review the World Pickleball League Season Two draft where all seven franchises have drafted their squads for January 2026 in India. Gordo goes deep into who he thinks the teams to watch might be. The pair then review (as best they can) the recent pickleball World Cup in Florida and then bring you their thoughts about the PPA Wor...

This week on the World Pickleball Podcast , we cover the biggest stories shaking up the courts. From the latest PPA and APP headlines to the newly revealed World Cup draw, it’s a packed episode of analysis, opinions, and a few surprises. We talk about the suspension of Dennis Uspensky and what it means for the sport, dive into Lee Whitwell ’s candid post on sponsorship, and ask the question everyo...

In this week’s World Pickleball Podcast , Chris and Gordo return with a packed episode covering the biggest stories in the sport. They unpack a thrilling fortnight of tournaments — from the Asian Pickleball Championships wrap-up to the PPA Tour Vietnam Cup , plus highlights from the APP Tour and CNPL , where the Montreal Lions clinched back-to-back titles . The episode also teases an exclusive int...

In today's World Pickleball Podcast, we are honoured to host an athlete who is not just making waves, but charting entirely new territory for his country in the world of professional pickleball. Our guest is the man widely regarded as India's No. 1 pickleball player , Armaan Bhatia. This 26-year-old from Mumbai has had a truly remarkable and rapid ascent from domestic dominance to the global stage...

In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast , hosts Chris Beaumont and Gordon Watson cover the biggest stories in pickleball from Australia and around the globe. Highlights include: Gordon’s medal haul (one gold and two bronze) at the Tennis Australia Pickleball Tournament at Pat Rafter Arena in Brisbane . The latest from Pure Pickleball and their PPL showcase event. A wrap-up of the PPA Asia...

It's a special edition of the World Pickleball Podcast today as Chris Beaumont talks to Stephen Preissler and Prycen Hass, Men's Open gold medallists for Team Austria in the recent European Championships in Rome, Italy. Chris talks to the pair about how they got into pickleball, how they ended up being selected for Team Austria and their progress through the draw - ending in an epic victory agains...

In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast , Chris Beaumont and Gordon Watson break down the latest news and results from around the pickleball world: PPA Asia Open 🇲🇾 – Ben Johns and Christian Alshon mount a thrilling comeback in Malaysia. World Pickleball Championships in Bali 🇮🇩 – Gold medals for Louis Laville, Katie Morris, and doubles team Harrison & Shelby Bates. Vintage Classic PPA...

In a solo podcast, Chris Beaumont sits in Rome Airport and tells you what happened in the last two days of the 2025 European Pickleball Championships.

Chris Beaumont talks to Gordon Watson live from Rome, taking a tour of the European Pickleball Championships in this week's World Pickleball Podcast

In this week's World Pickleball Podcast, Chris Beaumont and Gordon Watson take you all around the pickleball world covering... 🌎 The Welsh Open 🌎 The English Nationals registration 🌎 MB Vietnam, PPA Asia 🌎 Asia Rankings 🌎 The Canadian National Pickleball League 🌎 The Global Sports League Auction, featuring Quang Duong 🌎 Paddle politics at PPA Cincinnati 🌎 Betting in pickleball It's another...