Rev Challenger

Rev Challenger

Jim S

The Rev Challenger returns on 24–25 January 2026, bringing two days of high-energy pickleball competition to 9Pickle, Setia Alam. Open to both local and international players, this tournament promises intense matchups and a vibrant competitive atmosphere for athletes of all backgrounds.

With a prize pool exceeding RM30,000 in cash, Rev Challenger offers rewarding stakes for top performers. Registration closes on 18 January 2026 or earlier if slots are filled, so secure your place early and be part of this exciting showdown.

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Tournament Details

  • Registration Date: Open now – 18 Jan 2026
  • Tournament Time: 8am - 11.45pm, 24 – 25 Jan 2026
  • Venue: 9Pickle, Setia Alam
  • Registration Limit: Open to all players (local & international)

Categories Available

  • Advance
  • Intermediate
  • Novice

Prizes

Novice

  • 1st Place: RM2,000
  • 2nd Place: RM1,000
  • 3rd Place: RM700

Intermediate

  • 1st Place: RM2,500
  • 2nd Place: RM1,200
  • 3rd Place: RM800

Advanced Division

  • 1st Place: RM3,000
  • 2nd Place: RM1,500
  • 3rd Place: RM1,000

Schedule

Day 1:

  • 8:00 AM – 2:40 PM: Women’s Doubles Novice
  • 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Men’s Doubles Novice
  • 5:20 PM – 10:20 PM: Men’s Doubles Advanced

Day 2:

  • 8:00 AM – 1:20 PM: Men’s Doubles Intermediate
  • 10:40 AM – 6:40 PM: Mixed Doubles Novice
  • 4:00 PM – 9:20 PM: Mixed Doubles Intermediate
  • 6:40 PM – 11:40 PM: Mixed Doubles Advanced

Tournament Format & Rules

  • Tournament Format: Group stage uses round-robin play, with the top two teams from each group advancing to single-elimination knockout rounds; format may adjust based on participation.
  • Seeding Rules: Seeding applies to all categories except Novice, covering the top 4–8 players based on DUPR ratings and Tournament Director discretion.
  • Scoring System: All matches follow the traditional 002 scoring format, with standard rules applied across all categories.
  • Final Matches Format: Finals and 3rd place matches are played as Best of 3 games, each game to 11 points, switching sides at 6, with sudden death at 10–10.
  • Group Stage Tie-Breakers: Rankings are decided by point differential first, then head-to-head results (if two teams tie), followed by total points scored.

Registration & Fees

  • Fee:
    • Advance: RM298 per pair
    • Intermediate: RM278 per pair
    • Novice: RM258 per pair
  • Register Here: Website

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Please refer to the organizer website / social media for the most updated information.

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