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The PWR DUPR India Masters kicked off with fierce competition and unmatched energy on Thursday at the Delhi Lawn Tennis Association (DLTA) courts, and it was all about singles play, with high-calibre athletes going head-to-head in the Men’s Singles and Women’s Singles categories in the Open (Pro) division.

India’s pickleball titan Armaan Bhatia bested Willy Chung in the semifinals, delivering an impressive performance with a swift 11-4, 11-1 victory that secured his place in the finals. Awaiting him in the final match on Sunday is none other than the tournament’s top-seeded player, Dusty Boyer.

Marking the much-anticipated start of one of the most exciting pickleball tournaments in India’s history, age group categories for players 35+, 50+, and 60+, as well as an Intermediate bracket, underscored the sport’s increasing appeal and inclusivity.

As pickleball’s popularity surges across the nation, it is a fun way to stay active and improve health. Let’s look at the several benefits of playing Pickleball!

Instead of hitting the gym for boring cardio, play Pickleball. It is a mix of aerobic and anaerobic activity, making it an effective calorie burner. If you play regularly, it will help in achieving your long-expected weight management goals.

Like Tennis, this sport demands continuous movement, raising your heart rate and improving cardiovascular endurance. If you are looking to promote your heart health and stamina, Pickleball is a great sport.

Again, the game’s quick movements come to your rescue as they help by improving agility and balance. Continuous movements caused due to pivoting, sidestepping, and backpedalling can help prevent falls and injuries in daily life.

Do you often complain about your poor reflexes? Well, Pickleball is your sport! This game involves quick reactions, eye-hand coordination, and precise timing, improving your skills and reflexes with time.

This sport can be a game-changer for various muscle groups, particularly in the legs, core, and arms. Holding rallies and sprinting to the ball makes it interesting, and beneficial and requires no heavy lifting to improve muscular endurance and overall strength.

Pickleball makes up an ideal sport for those who want to indulge in low-impact exercise. Since it is gentler on the joints than many high-impact sports, it is suitable for beginners and seniors while still delivering a solid workout.

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