Delray Beach, Fl. Mar. 20, 2025 - Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating (DUPR) is now the official rating system of Pickleball Australia (PA), ensuring that all PA sanctioned tournaments, leagues, and events use the most accurate and globally recognized player rating system.

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This partnership will bring a new level of consistency and fairness to Australian pickleball, giving players a data-driven, real-time way to track their progress. DUPR’s advanced algorithm evaluates players based on match results—regardless of age, gender, or location—providing a rating on a universal scale from 2.000 to 8.000.

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"Pickleball Australia has been liaising with Tito, Ryan and the DUPR team for some years and we’re delighted to now formally enter into a monumental partnership with DUPR which will have such a significant, positive impact on pickleball in Australia," said Brendan Lee, Executive Officer of Pickleball Australia. "DUPR has shown that they are the gold standard when it comes to player ratings and this partnership ensures Australian players have access to the most accurate rating system, which will enhance competition and level the playing field."

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Through this collaboration, DUPR will be integrated into Australia’s premier tournaments and leagues, including:

• ✅ The Australian Pickleball Championships, which drew over 1,200 competitors in 2024; making the APC the second largest pickleball tournament outside of the US.
• ✅ The Australian Masters Cup, which recently launched with over 1200 participants nationwide aged 50+.
• ✅A further 100 sanctioned tournaments across Australia under the Pickleball Australia umbrella in 2025.

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By equipping tournament directors, clubs, and leagues with the best rating system, DUPR ensures that Australian pickleball continues to grow with a structured, level-based approach to competition.

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"DUPR is beyond excited to be the official rating system of Pickleball Australia,” said Tito Machado, CEO of DUPR. “Pickleball Australia has done an incredible job growing the sport, building a thriving competitive scene, and creating opportunities for players at every level. Their commitment to structured, high-quality competition is unmatched, and we’re honored to support their vision. With DUPR, every Australian player will have access to the most advanced, data-driven rating system in the world—ensuring fair, competitive, and exciting pickleball from local clubs to national championships. We can’t wait to continue working alongside Pickleball Australia to take the game to even greater heights!"

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Get Your DUPR Rating

Players can create a free DUPR profile at www.dupr.com or download the DUPR app to start logging match results. Ensure your profile is linked to Pickleball Australia: click here.

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About DUPR

Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating (DUPR) is the most accurate and widely used rating system in pickleball. It provides a real-time, global standard for players of all levels, from beginners to pros. DUPR is the official rating system of Major League Pickleball (MLP), the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA), and thousands of clubs, leagues, and events worldwide. Learn more at www.dupr.com.

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About Pickleball Australia

Pickleball Australia (PA) is the peak governing body for pickleball in Australia, working with their State Member Associations and affiliates to grow the sport nationwide. With over 17,000 members and nearly 300 clubs, PA is committed to making pickleball one of Australia’s most popular participation sports. Learn more at www.pickleballaus.org.

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