Mikar Fisher's upset win spotlights Vietnam's booming Pickleball scene

British player Mikar Fisher, a 22‑year‑old athlete who recently moved to Hanoi, defeated the top‑seed and reigning PPA Asia men’s singles champion Trương Vinh Hiển in the quarter‑finals of the 2026 National Pickleball Championships. Observers highlighted Fisher’s muscular build and interval‑training regimen, noting his focus on fast‑paced, high‑intensity play.

Around the same time, a viral receipt from a premium Pickleball venue in Vietnam showed a total charge of nearly 7 million VND for a group session, driven by an extensive menu of snacks, drinks and alcohol. The bill underscored how upscale facilities are turning the sport into a social dining experience, reflecting its rising popularity and commercialisation in the country.