Key Highlights
- With the win, the 18-year-old Waters claimed her 40th career PPA triple crown. Earlier in the day, Waters had already spent more than three and a half hours on court competing in women’s doubles and mixed doubles finals.
- Despite an exhausting day, she produced a composed and clinical performance in the women’s singles final to extend her record on the PPA Tour and secure her fourth consecutive Triple Crown at Mission Hills Country Club. Also Read: Christopher Haworth Starts 2026 with a Bang, Wins PPA Masters Title with Stunning Win over Jack SockThe title was a testament to Waters’ continued domination over the three fields.
- After ruling the 2025 season, she carried that form into the opening week of 2026, maintaining her hold on the top ranking and adding another major title to her tally. End of a remarkable weekThe tournament also marked a significant week for Waters off the court.
- In the lead-up to the event, she signed a new paddle deal with Franklin Pickleball and an apparel agreement with behemoth Nike, further strengthening her profile as one of the sport’s leading figures. Waters, after her triple crown, said balancing excitement and pressure had been a key theme during the week.
- “I felt like I was very excited to come and play because I had all this new stuff happening on the court, but it was a little bit of both pressure and excitement,” she said.
