Pro pickleball is going through a major shake-up as new partnerships form ahead of the PPA Masters, and some of the biggest names in the sport are involved. With the PPA releasing the official draws, several high-profile doubles teams have changed, creating matchups that could impact the entire professional pickleball season in 2026.
In this video, I break down the biggest men’s doubles partnership changes, including how teams involving Ben Johns, Gabe Tardio, Federico Staksrud, Christian Alshon, Hayden Patriquin, Andre Daescu, JW Johnson, and CJ Klinger could reshape the competitive landscape.
I also explain why some of last season’s most successful teams split up, which new pairings have the highest upside, and which under the radar teams could challenge the current power groups on the PPA Tour. We take a closer look at how PPA seeding and points may help or hurt certain partnerships as the tournament unfolds. The video also dives into mixed doubles chaos, including Anna Bright, Jesse Irvine, and Catherine Parenteau. I break down which mixed teams have high floors, which draws are especially dangerous, and who I expect to be consistent medal contenders versus early exits.
If you follow pro pickleball, the PPA Tour, or want a clearer understanding of how new partnerships could affect upcoming tournaments, this breakdown gives you the full picture heading into the Masters.
0:00 Pro pickleball partnership shakeups at the PPA Masters
0:15 Slammit Hydration sponsor message
0:53 Why the men’s doubles Big Four split up
1:43 New men’s doubles partnerships to watch
3:23 Biggest mixed doubles moves and surprises
5:03 Anna Bright’s partner decisions and outlook
5:30 Women’s doubles updates and key questions
5:57 Final thoughts and more pickleball news coming soon
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