06/05/2024
ESM Pro Team's ๐ฒ๐พ Journey at the Asia Open Pickleball Championship 2024 ๐ป๐ณ
We are honored to share the incredible journey of ESM Pro Team at the Asia Open Pickleball Championship 2024 held in Ho Chi Minh from April 29th to May 4th. This marked our debut in the international arena, a milestone we've been eagerly anticipating.
Entering the Asia level tournament meant facing off against some of the finest pickleball players from across the continent, including those who regularly compete in the Major League Pickleball and PPA Tour.
Despite being our inaugural international outing, we opted to challenge ourselves by participating in the Open Category for Men's Doubles, Mixed Doubles, and Team Events, alongside other categories, in pursuit of exposure and invaluable experience against Asia's elite.
The standard of play at the tournament was nothing short of exceptional, with formidable opponents pushing us to our limits. We were privileged to compete against players from nations such as Chinese Taipei, India, Japan, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam, each showcasing their immense talent and skill. It was a humbling and eye-opening experience that has left us inspired and more determined than ever to elevate our game.
Moreover, the tournament served as a platform for us to spotlight the abundant talent within Malaysia. We are honored to have received praise from our counterparts and even invitations to train together at their respective home bases. This acknowledgment further fuels our commitment to nurturing and showcasing the immense potential of Malaysian pickleball players on the global stage.
While we are pleased with our achievements, including some notable upsets against top seeds, we acknowledge that our journey is just beginning. We remain grounded in the understanding that there is still much to learn and improve upon. Thus, we are fully committed to intensifying our training and development efforts, knowing that Malaysia possesses the potential to excel in pickleball.
As ESM Pro Team, we are prepared to close the gap and continue striving for excellence. Thank you to everyone who supported us on this remarkable journey, especially to our sponsors, and stay tuned for more exciting updates as we pursue our passion for pickleball with unwavering determination.
The Result :
Mixed Double 19+ Open
Best 8 Asia (Razlan Rawi / Bambi Zoleta)
Mens Double 35+ Open
Best 16 Asia (Mohd Faizal Othman / Razlan Rawi)
Mens Double 19+ Open
Best 32 Asia (Razlan Rawi / Izran Faroukh)
Team Event 19+ Open
v INFMARC (Bronze Team Event) : 2-7
v INDIA AGNI (Gold Team Event) : 0-9
v LUNAR ROSE GOLD : 4-5
Menโs Single 19+ Intermediate
๐ฅGold Medal (Izran Faroukh)
Menโs Single 19+ Advance
๐ฅBronze Medal (Jimmy Liong)
Menโs Double 19+ Advance
Quarter Final (Jimmy Liong / Syed Uzair)
Womenโs Double 19+ Intermediate
๐ฅSilver Medal (Athilla Miasara / Maxine)