August 14, 2026
2026 English Open Becomes One of the World’s Largest Pickleball Tournaments
Nearly 3,400 professional and amateur players are competing on 60 courts at the 2026 English Open, the world’s largest indoor pickleball tournament.
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2026 English Open Becomes One of the World’s Largest Pickleball Tournaments
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