The first China Pickleball Circuit wrapped up its ninth stop in Baoding city of north China's Hebei Province on Wednesday.

The two-day event brought together more than 300 players from over 16 provinces, municipalities and regions across the country to compete for the titles of the men's singles, women's singles, men's doubles, women's doubles, and mixed doubles.

Wang Kangjie and Ke Rouyu won in the men's singles and women's singles, respectively.

In March 2024, the first China Pickleball Circuit was launched by Small Ball Sports Management Center under China's General Administration of Sport and China's Pickleball Sports Working Committee.

As a burgeoning sport, pickleball has gained popularity due to its low entry barrier, quick learning curve, flexible court requirements, and strong social aspect.