Priyanka Mehta won four titles at PWR DUPR India Masters. (Special Arrangement)
Priyanka Mehta is not a household name in the sports world, but she is definitely making waves in the world of Pickleball. Her journey from a chartered accountant to a pickleball champion has defied not only age but also expectations, as she claimed four titles in the recently concluded PWR DUPR India Masters that was held at the Delhi Lawn Tennis Association (DLTA) Stadium.
A Late Start But A Quick Rise
Originally from Pune and now based in Mumbai, Priyanka had a late start to her pickleball journey, which began only last year. As a youngster, she had set her sights on a career in finance, becoming a chartered accountant. "But after working for almost four years, I realized it's not my cup of tea," she told Pickleball Now in an exclusive chat.
A Family of Athletes
Sports runs deep in the Mehta family. Priyanka's father, Raju Mehta, was a renowned Ranji Trophy cricketer for Baroda, and her uncle was the legendary Anshuman Gaikwad. While she didn't follow in their cricketing footsteps, her tennis experience provided a solid foundation for transitioning to pickleball. "Sports was in the family, but I did not end up taking up cricket and instead opted for tennis,” she explains. Although she didn't pursue tennis professionally, her athletic foundation has proved invaluable in pickleball. “That background definitely helped me in pickleball. It made me what I am today,” she added.
Looking at the future
The PWR DUPR India Masters marked a significant milestone in Priyanka's career. She clinched victories in four categories, and now, as the 40-year-old basks in the glory of her recent success, the sights are already set on greater heights. She now aims to compete and excel in the professional category. “After winning at the India Masters, my journey has just begun—because today I am 40, but I feel as young as 20. Age is just a number for me,” she concluded.
Priyanka Mehta's Titles In PWR DUPR India Masters -
(35+ Women’s Singles) : Priyanka Mehta (India)
(35+ Mixed Doubles) : Priyanka Mehta (India) /Himanshu Dewaskar (USA)
35+ Women's Doubles: Sarah Burr/Priyanka Mehta
Split Age Category (Under 35 and 35+): Priyanka Mehta/Naimi Mehta (Sister of Harsh Mehta)
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