Entering its third season, the highly anticipated GRAZIA Pickleball Tournament makes its return, gathering familiar faces and newcomers alike from the city’s lifestyle and influencer scene for a Saturday of heated—albeit good-spirited—competition and community connection. While the second season saw players fill the outdoor courts of KLGCC’s Pickle Social Club, Reserve Pickle & Padel in Kota Damansara played host this time, lending its fully sheltered courts amid a rainy day and a spacious lounge area for our full comfort.
When the front doors opened at eleven in the morning, 94 players and friends of GRAZIA, all decked out in white attire, sports bag in hand, arrived for registration—ready to get their game on. Each was handed a GRAZIA tote bag filled with door gifts and was ushered to the bright yellow wall for a quick photo before setting off to explore the booths available.
From the moment the first ball was served, an air of electricity and excitement took over Reserve. As neon-yellow pickleballs flew across the courts, ricocheting off rackets, mixed-doubles teams showcased outstanding sportsmanship and athletic excellence.
In between matches, resting players and their supporters also enjoyed the action. Guests could fuel up at the in-house cafe, Paddle Pour, or explore the sponsors’ booths, whether it was a refreshing beverage from Evian—who had sparkling and still water ready, as well as handcrafted beverages—or Symphony Spread’s yoghurt ice cream complemented by their signature flavours: Black Sesame, Hazelnut, Earl Grey, Dark Chocolate, and more. An abundance of Vitamin Well’s bottled thirst-quenchers, enriched with vitamins and minerals, also kept our players well-hydrated throughout the day.
Come four in the afternoon, local craft beer brand PaperKite and German-owned Jägermeister opened their booths, offering a free flow of beer, Jäger high balls, and Jägermeister shots. The latter even put participants’ skills to the test in a game of balancing pickleballs on paddles with a range of prizes to be won.
Besides reenergising the soul with heat-combating beverages, food, and ice cream, guests—players and even accompanying supporters—could not pass up the opportunity to visit our Physio and Recovery corner, run by Phynix Physio & Performance. Each mini session lasted 15 minutes, offering players a well-needed respite in between sets.
By evening, when it came down to the determining matches, crowds formed around the VIP courts, watching as the remaining teams battled it out for the generous array of prizes. Cheers erupted from the sidelines as each duo got closer to victory. Emerging from the last rally were GRAZIA Pickleball Tournament champions Benjamin and Thasly, followed closely by Bryan Tok and Alice Key. Here’s a full list of the winners and their prizes:
Winners Cup Champions
- 1st Place: Benjamin & Thasly — RM500 Fred Perry cash voucher, Watatime watch from Jaguar, Clarins, ROKU Gin, Davines OI Lux Box, and a Maison Francis Kurkdjian Home Diffuser
- 2nd Place: Bryan Tok & Alice Key — Clarins, ROKU Gin, Davines (GLA Box), and a Maison Francis Kurkdjian Scented Candle
- 3rd Place: Brian Choo & Neem Shamsuddin — Clarins, ROKU Gin, Davines OI Mini Size Bundle Set, and a Maison Francis Kurkdjian Scented Candle
Consolation Cup Winners:
- Azril Ghaus & Cik Manggis — RM500 Fred Perry Cash Voucher and Davines OI Mini Kit
Once again, GRAZIA’s Pickleball Tournament ended on a high—new friendships were forged and old connections reinforced. Every guest and player, having demonstrated athletic prowess and sartorial sophistication, walked out those doors with the knowledge that there is plenty more to look forward to from GRAZIA Malaysia.
Take a browse through our gallery below to get a sense of the day’s unmatched vibes:
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