Sofia Sewing and Jack Munro Win Double Gold at APP Vietnam

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What a start to the 2026 pickleball season. Sofia Sewing and Jack Munro came out swinging at the Association of Pickleball Players (APP) International Tour event in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

The two of them grabbed two titles each during the season-opening leg of the 2026 Pickleball DJoy Petrolimex Cup, which ran from March 19-22. With a tough international field, this event really set the tone for what could be a wild year in pickleball.

Sewing and Munro’s Dominance in Mixed Doubles

Sofia Sewing and Jack Munro, sitting at the top of the seedings, showed off some serious synergy and sharp play in mixed doubles. They took home the gold with a straight-games win over Vivian Glozman and Quang Duong.

The final score—11-8, 11-2—said it all. Their teamwork and strategy just clicked, and both walked away with double gold for the weekend.

Key Highlights:

  • Top Seeds: Sewing and Munro came in as favorites and proved why.
  • Final Match: Wrapped it up with a solid 11-8, 11-2 victory.
  • Team Chemistry: Their partnership looked rock-solid throughout.

Sewing’s Triumph in Women’s Doubles

Sofia Sewing kept her momentum going in women’s doubles, teaming up with Megan Fudge. Together, they took down Shelby Bates and Roos van Reek in straight games—11-9, 11-8.

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That win made it three titles in a row for Sewing and Fudge on the APP International Tour. Sewing keeps proving she’s a force in women’s doubles.

Notable Achievements:

  • Winning Streak: Third straight title for Sewing and Fudge.
  • Final Score: They fought hard and pulled off an 11-9, 11-8 win.
  • Consistency: Their teamwork and strategy really stood out.

Munro’s Comeback in Men’s Doubles

Jack Munro, currently World No. 37 in DUPR men’s doubles, showed some grit in the men’s doubles final. He paired up with Richard Livornese Jr., and things didn’t start well—they dropped the first game 3-11.

But then they turned it around, taking the next two games 11-2 and 11-0. That comeback sealed the title and showed off their determination and smart play.

Match Highlights:

  • Opening Setback: Dropped the first game 3-11.
  • Strong Comeback: Stormed back with 11-2 and 11-0 wins.
  • Team Effort: Munro and Livornese Jr. worked together seamlessly.

Singles Titles: Victories for Vietnam and Europe

Singles saw some standout moments from both local and international players. In men’s singles, Vietnam’s Phuc Huynh kept his hot streak alive, beating Dac Thien Nguyen 11-3, 11-1 in the final.

On the women’s side, Domenika Turkovic took the singles title after a tight final against top seed Sewing. Sewing made it through a tough semi-final, rallying from a game down to beat Yu-Chieh Hsieh, but she couldn’t quite finish the job in the final.

Key Players and Matches:

  • Men’s Singles Champion: Phuc Huynh (Vietnam).
  • Women’s Singles Champion: Domenika Turkovic (Europe).
  • Sewing’s Journey: Battled through the semis but fell short in the final.
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The APP International Tour: A Global Sporting Event

The Vietnam stop kicked off the 2026 APP International Tour, drawing both seasoned pros and new faces. More than 20 APP-contracted professionals hit the courts, making for a stacked and unpredictable draw.

Next up? Seattle, where the first domestic event of the season is about to go down. Should be interesting to see how the competition stacks up there.

Event Highlights:

  • International Participation: Players came in from the United States, Australia, Asia, and Vietnam.
  • Competitive Draw: Over 20 APP-contracted pros battled it out.
  • Next Stop: Seattle hosts the next leg of the tour.

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Maybe you’re a seasoned player, or maybe you’re just getting started—either way, there’s always something new to pick up in pickleball. We celebrate athletes like Sofia Sewing and Jack Munro and can’t help but look forward to more thrilling competitions in the 2026 season and beyond.

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