Penang, MALAYSIA , Sept. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AP33 is sponsoring Buddy Syndicate’s six-player lineup for the Tom Khoo Georgetown Pickleball Championship 2026, scheduled for Sept. 5–6 at G.O.A.T Sungai Pinang in Penang.
The sponsorship places the AP33 pickleball team among the competitors taking part in the two-day event as pickleball continues to attract players and spectators across Malaysia.
Representing Buddy Syndicate with support from AP33 Sports are @enkimsayhi, @ritchielee_pb, @miaomiaopickleball, @michelle729, @tadpole_0210 and @mtejas298. The players will compete together during the Penang pickleball tournament, bringing different playing experiences and styles to the lineup.
The Tom Khoo Georgetown Pickleball Championship includes the Tom Khoo Cup and Penang Cup categories. According to event information, the Tom Khoo Cup is an open team competition with an advertised prize pool of RM51,000, while the Penang Cup is a closed team competition offering RM10,600 in prizes.
AP33’s participation reflects its continuing involvement in sports initiatives and its interest in supporting athletes participating in Malaysia’s expanding pickleball community.
“Supporting players at events such as the Tom Khoo Georgetown Pickleball Championship gives AP33 an opportunity to participate directly in the development of the local sports community,” said an AP33 representative. “The focus is on supporting the athletes as they prepare to compete and represent their team in Penang.”
As an AP33-sponsored team, the Buddy Syndicate lineup will represent the partnership throughout the championship while competing alongside other teams from the region.
Pickleball has gained increased visibility in Malaysia through recreational play, organized competitions and community events. The Georgetown championship adds another competitive event to the calendar and provides players with an opportunity to compete in a team-based format.
The sponsorship also reflects AP33’s broader approach to participating in sports-related activities that connect the brand with local athletes and communities.
The Tom Khoo Georgetown Pickleball Championship 2026 will take place Sept. 5–6, 2026, at G.O.A.T Sungai Pinang in Penang, Malaysia.
About AP33
AP33 supports sports and community-focused initiatives while building connections with athletes and audiences across Malaysia. Through partnerships and sponsorship activities, the organization participates in events that bring together competitive sports, local communities and emerging athletic interests. More information is available at ap33.org.
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