PRO FORMAT
The registration deadline for PPA Tour Australia Pro Events is 15 days before entries close. Qualifying rounds for PPA Pro 5.0+ Divisions will take place from 5pm on Thursday 24th July for doubles events. No qualification event for singles.
- 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 PPAA Top 10 Rankings Points or DUPR.
Qualifier rounds take place when the overall team number (or player number for singles) exceeds a certain limit.
32 teams (or players for singles) in the Main Draw: We will run a qualifier for 10 teams (or players for singles) to qualify for the Main Draw of 32 (If venue capacity allows, a larger 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, July 16th, following the pro registration deadline whether they are in the main draw or the qualifier rounds. Those not in Main Draw or Qualifiers will have the option to play 19+ 4.5+
PPA Pro Qualifier Format:
Single Elimination 1 to 15, win by 2.
Starting at 5pm Thursday evening.
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, 2/3 to 11, win by 2
All Amateur Divisions
Pool Play best 1 to 15, win by 2, into elimination finals. Gold Medal - Best 2 of 3, to 11, win by 2.
Pro MASTERS 50+ FORMAT (4.0+)
Double elimination unless draw size does not exceed 12 teams
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:
$90.00/player, the First event is free.
Location:
Focus Pickleball
Redcliffe
Parking: Available on-site and free
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.
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