Epic Golden Ticket Challenge

The Epic Golden Ticket Challenge 2026 will be held from January 30 to February 1, 2026 in Monkey Canopy Resort, Selangor running daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Players will compete across multiple categories in an exciting and competitive tournament.

With a total prize pool of RM20,840, participants will vie for cash prizes and top honors at a premier venue, offering a professional and thrilling experience for both seasoned and emerging pickleball players.

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Tournament Details

• Registration Date: Now Open - 23 Jan 2026
• Tournament Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM, 30 Jan - 01 Feb 2026 (3 Days)
• Venue: Monkey Canopy Resort, Selangor

Categories Available

• Beginner (All Ages)
  • Max Total 12.300 Individual player max DUPR: 3.60
• Intermediate (All Ages)
  • Max Total 14.300 Individual player max DUPR: 4.10
• Advanced (Senior)
  • Max Total 16.300 Individual player max DUPR: 4.60, and 50+
    

Prizes

Advanced

• 1st Place: RM3200 + Medal + Cert. + Epic Championship Qualification
• 2nd Place: RM2400 + Medal
• 3rd Place: RM1200 + Medal

Advanced

• 1st Place: RM1600 + Medal + Cert. + Epic Championship Qualification
• 2nd Place: RM800 + Medal
• 3rd Place: RM400 + Medal

Intermediate

• 1st Place: RM2400 + Medal + Cert. + Epic Championship Qualification
• 2nd Place: RM1600 + Medal
• 3rd Place: RM800 + Medal

Beginner

• 1st Place: RM1600 + Medal + Cert. + Epic Championship Qualification
• 2nd Place: RM800 + Medal
• 3rd Place: RM400 + Medal

Schedule

Friday, Jan 30

• 08:00-21:00: Round-robin Group Stage
• 07:30-08:00: Group A Check-in
• 11:00-11:30: Group B Check-in
• 14:30-15:00: Group C Check-in
• 18:30-19:00: Group D Check-in

Saturday, Jan 31

• 09:00-09:30: Player check-in for all divisions
• 09:30-14:15: Top 8 Knockout Stage for all divisions

Pickle Roulette Event (Optional):

• 16:00-18:00: 8-Player Doubles Session
• 19:00-21:00: 8-Player Doubles Session

Sunday, Feb 1

• 09:00-11:30: Final 4 Knockout Stage for all divisions
• 12:00-13:00: Semi-finals
• 13:30-14:30: Finals

Awards Ceremony

Pickle Roulette Event (Optional)

• 16:00-18:00: 8-Player Doubles Session
• 19:00-21:00: 8-Player Doubles Session

Tournament Format & Rules

• Group Stage Format: Each match consists of four games (Women’s Doubles, Men’s Doubles, two Mixed Doubles); all games are played regardless of outcome.
• Tiebreaker: If a match is tied 2-2, a DreamBreaker™ is played as a single 21-point game with all four players rotating.
• Knockout Stage: Teams winning the first three games may skip the fourth; seeding is determined by matches won and point differential.
• Match Procedures: Coin toss or number guess determines choices; sides switch at 11 points; one 1-minute timeout per team per game plus 1-minute side-change timeout allowed.
• Substitutions & Forfeits: Substitutions allowed pre-game without exceeding rating limits; injured or missing players may cause forfeit of games or matches; games with scores below 7-7 are not submitted to DUPR.

Registration & Fees

• Fee: RM800 per team
• Register Here: Website

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