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Kuala Lumpur, 26 November 2025 – Gatorade, the world’s No. 1 sports
drink, is proud to power the country’s first national pickleball championship, the Gatorade Malaysia Closed 2025. Organised by the Malaysia Pickleball Association and co-hosted by the Kuala Lumpur Pickleball Association, the championship represents a milestone for the sport in Malaysia, bringing together the nation’s top-ranked players to compete for official national standings.
The tournament will be held from the 5th to 8th of December 2025 at PickleDepot @ Sentul Depot. Players will compete in divisions across Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. Open exclusively to Malaysian players, participants will compete for official national rankings, marking a landmark event in Malaysia’s competitive pickleball scene.
“Gatorade has always stood for performance, science and progression,”
said Amy Gan, Vice President of Marketing at Etika Sdn. Bhd. As the title sponsor and official hydration partner of the Gatorade Malaysia Closed 2025, Gatorade is the natural choice for pickleball — a sport that demands agility, endurance, and quick recovery. We support everyday players in discovering their potential, elevating their game, and competing on a national stage. Beyond sponsorship, we aim to build a sporting ecosystem where coaching, competition, and conditioning develop confident, disciplined, and resilient athletes.”
Y.B. Dr. Kelvin Yii, Advisor to the Malaysia Pickleball Association added
on “This championship signals an exciting new chapter for pickleball in
Malaysia. By providing a clear and competitive pathway for our athletes,
we are laying the groundwork for long-term talent development and a
stronger national presence in the sport.”
With growing interest nationwide, pickleball is rapidly evolving from a
recreational sport into a structured platform for community building, active living, and competitive excellence. The Gatorade Malaysia Closed 2025 is designed to support this momentum, giving athletes a national stage to showcase skill, strategy, and sportsmanship.
The championship will follow a structured format, with matches played
according to official pickleball rules to ensure fair and consistent competition. Spectators can experience the four-day championship firsthand at PickleDepot @ Sentul Depot, or follow updates, highlights, and key moments through Gatorade Malaysia Closed 2025 IG:@gatorademalaysiaclosed2025 official social media channels.
This landmark event not only highlights the skill and dedication of
Malaysia’s top pickleball athletes, but also underscores Gatorade’s
commitment to fostering inclusive opportunities, promoting healthy
lifestyles, and supporting the growth of emerging sports across the
country.
Registration will close on 30th November 2025, or once all spots are filled. Players interested in joining the Gatorade Malaysia Closed 2025 can register through the dedicated platforms: Juniors via https://www.sportssync.asia and Seniors via https://www.swp.solemas.com.
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About Gatorade
Gatorade is the world’s No. 1 sports drink, trusted by athletes globally to hydrate, replenish, and fuel performance. In Malaysia, Etika offers a range of Gatorade Zero Sugar products, providing optimal hydration without added sugar. Built on over 60 years of sports science research, Gatorade delivers science-backed solutions that support endurance, recovery, and performance at every stage of an athlete’s journey. Designed for both professional athletes and active individuals, Gatorade helps everyone perform at their best — on and off the field.
About ETIKA
Etika Sdn Bhd, one of Malaysia’s leading drink distributors. Etika Sdn Bhd markets and distributes global brands such as, Tropicana, Mountain Dew, Revive Isotonic, Mirinda, 7UP, Lipton Ice Tea, MUG, Gatorade, Sting and Evervess, as well as Kickapoo (a Monarch trademark) and its own range of products which include WONDA Coffee, Goodday Milk, Calpis, Dairy Champ, Hijrah, Chill Asian Drinks and Bleu.