On the opening day, 4/6, the tournament featured men's events, including men's singles and men's doubles. Most of Vietnam's prominent players achieved favorable starts, advancing to the quarterfinals.

In men's singles, Ly Hoang Nam defeated Hoang Samurai, Quang Duong overcame Van Phuong, and Phuc Huynh triumphed over Le Quoc Khanh, all with scores of 2-0.

Similarly, in men's doubles, Ly Hoang Nam/Nick Khamphi defeated Dang Phuc Thinh/Tran Vi Khang, Trinh Linh Giang/Gia Huy overcame Patrick Kawka/Bao Duong, Quang Duong/Harsh Mehta triumphed over Su Thanh Phu/Ngo Duc Duong, and Do Minh Quan/Phuc Huynh defeated Tran Ngoc Quan/Trinh Tien Si, all by 2-0.

Player Quang Duong in his opening match, defeating Van Phuong in the men's singles open event at the Michelob ULTRA - Asia Open 2026 Pickleball Tournament, on the afternoon of 4/6 in TP HCM. *Photo: Duc Dong*

FPT Play and AAC jointly organized the tournament, in partnership with international media partner Pickleball World Communications (PWC) and professional operating unit Pickleball PVNA. The event takes place at VIAS Pickleball Academy, TP HCM, from 4/6 to 7/6/2026.

The tournament attracted over 500 players, including most of Vietnam's top-ranked players mentioned previously. Additionally, international stars such as Kaitlynn Hart (US), Roos Van Reek (Netherlands), Nicole Shoeman (Australia), Vivian Glozman (US), and Harsh Mehta (India) are participating.

Ms. To Nam Phuong, Deputy General Director of FPT Play, stated: "Pickleball is a sport within the premium sports content ecosystem that FPT Play invests in and develops. Our experience in organizing international sports tournaments and supporting major pickleball events previously has enabled FPT Play to expand its role with the Michelob ULTRA - Asia Open 2026 Pickleball Tournament. This marks a long-term investment strategy for pickleball in Vietnam, through organizing professional, high-caliber tournaments for the audience."

With a total prize pool of up to 3 billion VND, the tournament stands among the largest prize money events in Vietnam. Additionally, this marks the first time an official tournament in Vietnam has adopted the Rally scoring format (direct scoring on every shot), maximizing match pace.

Player Ly Hoang Nam competes in the men's doubles open event at the Michelob ULTRA - Asia Open 2026 Pickleball Tournament, on the afternoon of 4/6 in TP HCM. *Photo: Duc Dong*

Hoang Nam expressed enthusiasm for the tournament's new competition format, viewing it as an opportunity for competition, community closeness, and connection. He stated, "Organizing this tournament in Vietnam is a very positive sign for the overall movement, providing invaluable competitive opportunities for athletes and also a chance for us to witness the capability of organizing professional, high-quality sports events."

Duc Dong