ArmInfo.Following its historic debut in Florida, the Armenian pickleball team is now preparing for the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in Da Nang, Vietnam.
As the National Pickleball Association of Armenia (NPAA) told ArmInfo, the team's debut was a significant and proud milestone for Armenian sports. The Armenian national team secured 33rd place out of 68 participating countries, proving that even a young team from a nation where pickleball is still in its infancy possesses great potential, passion, and the drive to compete at the international level. The experience at the World Cup in Florida provided the Armenian players with invaluable knowledge, new connections, and the confidence needed for further growth. Upon returning home, the team significantly intensified their training regimen, conducting regular practices, developing team coordination, and refining their technical skills.
Today, armed with greater experience and more rigorous preparation, the Armenian national team is ready to open a new chapter in its history in Vietnam. "The journey to Vietnam is more than just participating in a tournament. It is a story about the development of a new sport, the result of the hard work of Armenian players, and a belief that Armenia is capable of achieving great success on the international sports stage," the NPAA stated.
Mirtad Gazazyan, Chairman of the National Pickleball Association of Armenia, and team captain Alexander Andranikyan noted that the World Cup in Vietnam represents a new opportunity to showcase the spirit, character, and dedication of Armenian athletes to the world. "Our goal is to continue improving and to represent our country with pride," they noted.
Recall, the National Pickleball Association of Armenia is actively working to develop and popularize the sport within Armenia, creating new opportunities for players of all ages, fostering youth sports, and ensuring Armenia's presence on the international sports arena.
Expert: Azerbaijan`s political leadership states `occupation of Armenia is their new national goal` 
Expert: Armenian society falls into security trap of totalitarianism
Expert: Pashinyan`s visit to Russia creates prerequisites for restoring dialogue, but thaw in relations is more symbolic
Human rights activist Ruben Melikyan dismissed from YSU
Zakharova: Armenia`s pro-EU pivot poses economic security risks to EAEU member states
It`s time for South Caucasus countries to think of South Caucasus as single, unified region - RA premier 
Pashinyan: Armenia and Azerbaijan should leave each other alone
Moscow sees situation with Armenia as attempt to attack Russia-involving integration associations - Russian presidential aid
Zakharova: Armenia views relations with Russia as tool for financially securing reorientation toward EU
The Armenian Minister of Justice and the EU Ambassador discussed visa liberalization issues for Yerevan.
Azerbaijan`s aggressive plans against Armenia became possible in wake of Pashinyan`s decisions on Artsakh - expert 
Zakharova: Russia sent a note of protest to Armenia over the act of vandalism at the "Mother Armenia" memorial in Gyumri
Samvel Karapetyan proposes creating a post-election opposition coalition
Artsakh`s Cultural Heritage Ombudsman called on Moscow to respond to destruction of WWII monuments by Azerbaijan in occupied NKR
Prosecutor General`s Office petitions Central Electoral Commission for criminal prosecution of Robert Kocharyan
Dutch Prime Minister expresses his support for Armenia`s democratic reform and economic diversification agenda
Heritage: It`s time for Armenia`s opposition to present people with legitimate alternative to power
