{"id":786734,"date":"2025-11-10T13:03:59","date_gmt":"2025-11-10T11:03:59","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-11-10T13:10:35","modified_gmt":"2025-11-10T11:10:35","slug":"ukrayina-na-pickleball-world-cup-2025-my-graly-sertsem","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.eba.com.ua\/en\/ukrayina-na-pickleball-world-cup-2025-my-graly-sertsem\/","title":{"rendered":"\ud83c\uddec\ud83c\udde7 Team Ukraine at the Pickleball World Cup 2025 – We Played with Heart! \ud83d\udc99\ud83d\udc9b"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A Historic Debut<\/b><\/h4>\n

For the first time in the history of world pickleball, <\/span>Ukraine<\/b> proudly competed at the <\/span>Pickleball World Cup 2025<\/b> in Fort Lauderdale, Florida (USA).<\/span>
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This was more than a tournament – it was a moment of unity, when Ukrainians from around the world came together under one flag to show that our nation fights, grows, and inspires – even in the toughest times.<\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>Ukrainian Pickleball Federation<\/b> is known for taking the first steps where few dare to go. And once again – we made history. Among 68 nations, Ukraine stood tall. \ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\udde6<\/span><\/p>\n

Teams and Opponents<\/b><\/h3>\n

Ukraine was represented by two squads – <\/span>Open<\/b> and <\/span>Senior (50+)<\/b>.<\/span>
\n<\/span> The Open Team faced the USA, Argentina, and Belize, while the Senior Team competed against Vietnam, the Cayman Islands, and Argentina.<\/span>
\n<\/span> It was a powerful challenge that our athletes embraced with courage, energy, and teamwork.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our Players – Our Heart \u2764\ufe0f<\/b><\/h3>\n

Each athlete who stepped onto the court carried the pride of Ukraine:<\/span>
\n<\/span> Open:<\/b> Marija Venta, Inga Suazo, Mila Koliada, Kira Zhytska, Alexander Zavorotnyi, Vova Zverkovsky, Oleksandr Bielinskyi, Anton Bobytskyi, Yaroslav Bahan.<\/span>
\n<\/span> Senior:<\/b> Ellen Novoseletsky, Vadim Zinkovsky, Mikhail Zuperman, Natalia Liss.<\/span><\/p>\n

Together, they showed the world that Ukrainian sport is alive, strong, and full of heart.<\/span><\/p>\n

Championship Atmosphere \ud83c\udf0d<\/b><\/h3>\n

The opening ceremony of the Pickleball World Cup 2025 was a true celebration of unity – <\/span>68 countries, hundreds of players, and among them – Ukraine<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The warm welcome, friendship, and encouragement from around the globe filled our team with energy and gratitude.<\/span><\/p>\n

Matches, Effort, and Inspiration \ud83d\udcaa<\/b><\/h4>\n

The <\/span>Open Team<\/b> competed in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles, while the <\/span>Senior Team<\/b> played doubles and mixed events.<\/span>
\n<\/span> Both teams displayed passion, resilience, and an incredible sense of team spirit.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Open Team advanced to the <\/span>playoffs<\/b> and faced the future champions \ud83c\udfc6, while the Senior Team battled against the tournament winners in the <\/span>Round of 16<\/b> – powerful, emotional matches that gave us priceless experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

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We Played with Heart – for Ukraine \ud83d\udc99\ud83d\udc9b<\/b><\/h4>\n

We achieved more than results – we built connections and friendships that will last a lifetime.<\/span>
\n<\/span> Ukraine became part of the global pickleball family – one that unites and uplifts.<\/span><\/p>\n

Special thanks to:<\/span>
\n<\/span> \ud83d\udcab Our players – for dedication and perseverance.<\/span>
\n<\/span> \ud83d\udcab Our families and friends – for love, presence, and strength.<\/span>
\n<\/span> \ud83d\udcab The tournament organizers – for their kindness and flawless coordination.<\/span>
\n<\/span> \ud83d\udcab The international pickleball community – for solidarity and friendship.<\/span>
\n<\/span> \ud83d\udcab Our partners and sponsors – for believing in us and making this journey possible.<\/span><\/p>\n

We are proud of our international Ukrainian team – united under one flag.<\/span>
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We played with heart – <\/span>for Ukraine<\/b>. \ud83d\udc99\ud83d\udc9b<\/span><\/p>\n

Ahead – New Horizons \ud83c\udf1f<\/b><\/h4>\n

This is only the beginning.<\/span>
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Ahead are new tournaments, partnerships, and the expansion of adaptive and inclusive pickleball across Ukraine.<\/span>
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We\u2019ve proven that <\/span>Ukraine in pickleball means strength, dignity, and hope.<\/b>
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Together – we\u2019re making history! \ud83d\udcaa<\/span><\/p>\n

\ud83d\udc49 You can see more about the championship on the <\/span>Pickleball World Cup <\/b>Facebook <\/a><\/strong>and <\/b>Instagram <\/a><\/strong>pages<\/b>, and on the official <\/span>Ukrainian Pickleball Federation <\/b>website<\/a><\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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