PPA Tour Australia: Vietnam Open

Carmelina Beach Resort, Vietnam, Đường Ven Biển, Vietnam Ba Ria-Vung Tau, 790000
All start times are subject to change and events might be merged or split based on event registration.
Jul 11, 2024 8:00 AM - Oct 06, 2024 11:55 PM

Oct 17, 2024 - Oct 20, 2024

Tourney Timezone: AUS Eastern

Cost: AUD 80.00
Description
Vietnam GET READY! PPA Tour Australia and MLP Australia are heading to Asia in 2024.
From October 18th - October 20th, we'll be hosting our PPA Tour Australia: Vietnam Open at the beautiful Carmelina Beach Resort in Ba Ria- Vung Tau Province, Vietnam. With a record-breaking $100k+ in prize money up for grabs at this event, the first event in Asia is heating up!
Don't miss the action and excitement of MLP Australia as the region's top players battle it out each afternoon over three days to be crowned Champions for Event Two.
ABOUT PPA TOUR AUSTRALIA
PPA Tour Australia is the official Professional Pickleball League of Australia featuring the top players, highest prize money, and best events across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia - with over $700,000 up for grabs across six events in 2024.
FORMAT AND EVENTS
PPA Tour Australia offers exciting and competitive formats for all athletes from aspiring amateurs in our Open, Masters (50+), Juniors (Under 16) categories, to our elite Pro division.
- PRO: The Highest level of Pro Pickleball in Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.
- OPEN: Compete in our Open Tour format, designed for the next generation of pickleball champions rated 3.5+, open to all ages.
- MASTERS: Join our Masters Tour for athletes aged 50 and above, rated 3.5+.
- JUNIORS: Showcase your talent in our Juniors Tour, for Rising Stars under 16.
REGISTRATION
General player and spectator registration opens on Thursday 26th June at 6pm AEDT.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Click on the Events Link above for a full description of each event when registration opens.
Friday 18th Oct:
- 7:30 am, Pro Men’s and Women’s Singles
- 10:30 am, Open Men’s and Women’s Singles
- 12:30 pm, Masters 50+ Men's and Women's Singles
- 4:30pm, Junior Girls and Boys Singles
- 3:00pm, MLP Australia Pro Teams Event
Saturday 19th Oct:
- 7:30 am, Pro Men's and Women's Doubles
- 10:30 am, Open Men’s and Women’s Doubles
- 12:30 pm, Masters 50+ Men's and Women's Doubles
- 4:30 pm, Junior Co-Ed Doubles
- 3:00 pm, MLP Australia Pro Teams Event
Sunday 20th Oct:
- 7:30 am, Pro Mixed Doubles
- 10:30 am, Open Mixed Doubles
- 12:30 pm, Masters 50+ Mixed Doubles
- 3:00 pm, MLP Australia Pro Teams Finals

Additional Information
PRO FORMAT
The registration deadline for PPA Tour Australia Pro Events is Tuesday, October 2, 2024. Qualifying rounds for PPA Pro Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles will take place at 5 pm the evening before the event date if required, based on the number of registrations.
- All athletes register via the qualifier for PPA Pro Events.
- Contracted MLPA/PPA Pro players receive automatic entry into the PRO Main Draw.
- Non-contracted players who sign up with contracted players will receive the next preference (based on - contracted players' PPA Ranking).
- Non-contracted players will then fill the remaining spots based on PPA Rankings Points, then DUPR.
Qualifier rounds take place when the overall team number (or player number for singles) exceeds a certain limit.
24 teams (or players for singles) in the Main Draw: We will run a qualifier for 8 teams (or players for singles) to qualify for the Main Draw of 32. (If draw capacity allows, a 40-team draw may be run)
After pro registration closes, we will determine how many teams/players get an automatic bid into the main draw, which will determine the size of the main draw and the qualifier rounds. Players will be notified by Wednesday, October 3, following the pro registration deadline whether they are in the main draw or the qualifier rounds.
PPA Pro Qualifier Format:
Single Elimination 2/3 to 11, win by 2.
Starting 5 pm the evening before the registered event.
PPA Pro Main Draw Format:
Single Elimination 2/3 to 11, win by 2.
The losers of the semis will play a bronze medal match.
Losers of Round 32 and or 24 move into the Pro Points Draw.
OPEN AND MASTERS FORMAT (3.5+)
Skill Levels 3.5+ will play Double Elimination with no come-around (i.e., if a team loses a match, the best they can do is bronze. They cannot come around to win the gold).
Main Draw:
Matches consist of a best of 3 game format with each game to 11, win by 2 points.
Consolation:
Each match consists of one game to 15, win by 2 points, except for the final match which determines 3rd place.
Entry Fee:
$80.00/player, the First event is free.
- Pro 4.5+: Second and Third Events are $20.00 each.
- Masters 50+: Second and Third Events are $10.00 each.
- Open 3.5+: Second and Third Events are $10.00 each.
Location:
Carmelina Beach Resort
Ho Tram, Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province, Vietnam
Parking: Available on-site
Please note: The event schedule and format are subject to change. While times have been listed, tournament organisers may delay or change the event schedule and format due to extended match times, numbers, and/or potential weather delays. Please consider this when planning your travel for the tournament.
Spots are limited, so register now - we can't wait to see you there! Follow us for more information at PPA Tour Australia and MLP Australia:
PPA Tour Australia and MLP Australia
website. www.ppatour.com.au
instagram. @ppatour.australia and @mlp.australia

Refund Policy
PPA Tour Australia will provide full refunds up to the close of registration (excluding transaction and service fees).
After registration closes, the provision of a medical certificate will ensure a full refund minus the transaction and service charges.
General withdrawal after the close of registration will result in a $80 registration payment being retained by PPA Tour Australia to cover costs incurred.
Once draws and times are published (1 week prior), no refund will be given, except when a medical certificate can be provided.

Health & Safety
Your health and safety are our top priorities at PPA Tour Australia. As you participate in any of our events, we kindly request that you carefully read and understand the Terms and Conditions outlined in the event waiver.
By participating in any PPA Tour Australia and MLP Australia Event, you are deemed to have accepted and agreed to these Terms and Conditions, just as if you had agreed to them in writing. If you do not agree to these Terms, we kindly ask that you refrain from participating in any PPA Tour Australia and MLP Australia Event.
We are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants, and we appreciate your cooperation in adhering to our health and safety guidelines. Thank you for your understanding and support.

Venue Information
Carmelina Beach Resort, Vietnam,Đường Ven Biển, Vietnam Ba Ria-Vung Tau, 790000
Surface Type: Pickleball Hardcourt Surface
Play Area Type: Outdoor Covered
Net Type: Permanent & Portable
Ball Used: Dura Fast 40 Yellow
Number of Courts: 11
Parking: No Fee

Details
Officiated Type:Medal Matches
Max Events per Registration:4
Cost Includes:1 Events
Guaranteed Games per Event:2
Allow Pets:Yes
Allow Food:Yes
Allow Grill:No
Allow Dish to Pass:No