In a surprise that no one saw coming, pickleball superstars Ben Johns and Anna Leigh Waters have left fans and fellow pros speechless after announcing their sudden wedding, uniting two of the sport’s biggest names in a whirlwind romance that has captivated the pickleball world.
The announcement dropped via a joint Instagram post late Saturday evening, showing the newlyweds beaming beneath a floral arch with paddles in hand and the caption: “Partners in life and on the court — forever starts now.” Within minutes, the post had gone viral, amassing hundreds of thousands of likes and a flood of congratulatory messages from fans, fellow athletes, and organizations across the pickleball landscape.
While the duo has been a dominant force in mixed doubles competition for years — known for their seamless communication and court chemistry — few expected their connection to transcend into marriage so suddenly. Though the two have often spoken highly of each other in interviews, they kept their relationship out of the spotlight, leaving the community stunned and thrilled in equal measure.
The private ceremony reportedly took place in Palm Beach, Florida, where both players frequently train. A small guest list included close friends, family members, and a few well-known pickleball faces, though many colleagues admitted to finding out only once the news hit social media.
Ben Johns, widely regarded as the GOAT of men’s pickleball, and Anna Leigh Waters, the sport’s youngest phenom and reigning women’s champion, now form an unstoppable duo both on and off the court. Their sudden union has prompted an outpouring of excitement, with many calling it the sport’s “royal wedding.”
“This is like Federer and Serena getting married — it’s that big for our sport,” joked fellow pro Riley Newman. Meanwhile, the Professional Pickleball Association issued a playful statement: “We always knew they were a match — now it’s official!”
The newlyweds have confirmed they will continue playing professionally and plan to remain active on the tour. If their court chemistry is any sign, the honeymoon phase might just extend into a whole new era of dominance.
For now, fans celebrate the surprise of the year — a love story forged in serves, smashes, and shared victories.
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