Gaurika Chopra with Akhil Mathur Completes 50+ Quadruple at Indian Masters

A dominant run in Ahmedabad culminated when Gaurika Chopra and Akhil Mathur won the 50+ mixed doubles title at the Indian Masters (PWR 400), completing Chopra’s quadruple in the 50+ draw. Chopra had already captured the 50+ women’s singles, 50+ women’s doubles and the Split Age - Woman titles before adding the mixed crown on Jan 26, 2026, with a victory over Kavita Khanna and Thakurdas Rohira.

The result is a clear statement of sustained excellence across formats. Chopra’s ability to switch between the precision required for singles, the coordination demanded in women’s doubles, and the inter-gender tactics of mixed doubles shows technical versatility and court IQ. Akhil Mathur provided complementary tendencies at the net and in transition, enabling seamless poaching and setups that amplified Chopra’s finishing play. Khanna and Rohira pushed the champions but ultimately could not derail Chopra’s sweep.

At the tournament level, the Indian Masters’ PWR 400 status gave this quadruple extra weight on the professional ladder for masters athletes. Chopra’s haul across four events in a single PWR 400 weekend underlines how veteran competition is becoming a meaningful competitive and promotional segment within Asian pickleball. Strong performances by established masters players like Chopra create compelling storylines for broadcasters, sponsors, and tournament promoters looking to expand audiences beyond the open divisions.

Culturally, Chopra’s sweep resonates in India’s evolving sporting landscape. Ahmedabad hosting a high-level masters event reflects growing infrastructure and audience appetite for alternative racket sports. For older athletes and recreational players, Chopra’s achievements model longevity and high-performance maintenance after age 50, reinforcing pickleball’s reputation as a sport with lifelong participation pathways.

From a business perspective, dominant campaigns like Chopra’s help drive commercial interest in Masters draws. Tournament organizers can leverage such narratives to attract local sponsors, increase ticket sales for marquee finals, and build legacy branding for future Indian Masters editions. For players, consistent success in PWR 400 events can boost marketability and open coaching, exhibition, and ambassador opportunities.

Chopra’s quadruple is both a personal milestone and a signal that Asia’s masters circuit is maturing. Expect heightened attention on upcoming PWR events as players and promoters capitalize on the momentum generated in Ahmedabad.