Jimmy Liong and Nasa Hatakeyama Debut as a Pair at PPA1500 Australia Cup
Andrew LeeJimmy Liong Kai Long and Nasa Hatakeyama are playing their first tournament together. They enter Pro Men's Doubles at the 2026 WALKER Australia Pickleball Cup in Brisbane as the 14th seed.
Their opening match is against the 20th seeds, S. Djordic and L. Lamb. If they advance to the Round of 16, they would face the top seeds, Hayden Patriquin and Gabe Tardio.
Practice Day Before the Draw
Infinity Sports Academy shared behind-the-scenes clips from practice day, the day before competition started. The set includes a shot from the stands of what appears to be Pat Rafter Arena, going by the venue signage.
A PPA1500 With a Big Purse
The 2026 WALKER Australia Pickleball Cup runs to 18 Oct at the Queensland Tennis Centre, with pro matches from 14 Oct. The event listing describes the prize pool as the largest in Australian history, at US$500,000 and up. A preview from The Dink says each winner earns 1,500 PPA ranking points.
Next Stop, Kuala Lumpur
Jimmy is also on the bill for the Franklin Asia Pickleball Showcase on 17 Oct at 91 Pickleball Clubhouse, Hextar Empire City, where Anna Leigh Waters is also featured. Franklin Pickleball Malaysia lists doors at 4:30 PM, with GA and VIP passes through The Pickle Parlour.
This article is based on social media posts and historical data tracked by Pickle361.
