Held at the Humana Hanoi Pickleball Court, the tournament wrapped up in a lively and friendly atmosphere of sportsmanship. The awards ceremony honored not only outstanding athletes but also celebrated fair play, enthusiastic spectator support, and a strong sense of connection among professionals in journalism, television, and media.
As part of the activities marking the 101st anniversary of Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day, the tournament brought together nearly 370 athletes from Vietnam Television, along with representatives from central government agencies, ministries, organizations, and media outlets nationwide. From the opening ceremony to the final matches and awards presentation, the event created a vibrant and meaningful sporting festival.
Exciting Competition Atmosphere
The lively atmosphere at matches of the VTV Open Pickleball Tournament 2026.
Pickleball is an easy-to-learn sport and suitable for players of different ages, yet it still requires agility, observational skills, and teamwork. As a result, this year's tournament matches showcased the participants’ dedication to training and love of sports, as well as their competitive spirit.
The tournament featured several competition categories, including a leadership division, a division for athletes aged 46 and above, and a division for athletes aged 45 and below. Each included men's doubles, women's doubles, and mixed doubles events. This diverse competition structure encouraged broad participation and added variety to the tournament.
An Emotional Awards Ceremony
Following a day of exciting matches, the awards ceremony was the highlight of the event's closing activities. The venue was filled with applause and celebration from the gathere athletes, colleagues, and supporters . For the winners, the awards represented recognition of their hard work, perseverance, and dedication throughout the tournament.
Athletes accept awards in their respective categories.
In addition to the main competition awards, the organizing committee also presented special prizes, including a Style Award. These awards added further excitement to the event and highlighted the tournament's friendly, healthy, and community-focused spirit.
Winning athletes are recognized and celebrated.
The ceremony was defined more by moments of shared joy than by trophies and rankings. Participants gathered for photos, exchanged congratulations, and celebrated together after a successful day of competition. For many athletes, meeting, competing, and connecting with their peers was just as meaningful as the results themselves.
Promoting the Sportsmanship Spirit of Journalists
The Pickleball VTV Open Tournament 2026 not only encouraged physical activity but also strengthened connections among journalists, television professionals, and other media workers.
The sporting spirit continues to thrive among journalists.
The tournament's connection to Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day added to the event's significance. It gave journalists and media professionals a valuable break from their daily responsibilities to connect in a dynamic, positive, and welcoming sporting environment.
The Organizing Committee would like to express its sincere appreciation to Victory Group and all sponsors for their valuable support: Pili Fashion, DreaMax Technology Joint Stock Company, Hoang Phong Sports Trading and Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Vietnam Railways Corporation, Bitis, Facolos, Traphaco, Beckent Beer, Nestlé Vietnam, Vietcombank, and Vietnam Medical and Pharmaceutical Group. Their contributions ensured a highly successful tournament.
