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<\/p>\nIn a heartwarming announcement that has sent ripples through the pickleball community, Ben Johns, the sport\u2019s most decorated male player, has revealed his engagement to fellow top competitor and mixed doubles partner, Anna Leigh Waters. The duo, renowned for their unparalleled synergy on the court, are now set to embark on a new journey together off the court.<\/p>\n
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Johns, 26, has been a dominant force in professional pickleball since turning pro in 2016. With over 125 professional titles, including 21 Triple Crowns\u2014achieved by winning singles, doubles, and mixed doubles at the same event\u2014his accolades are unmatched in the sport\u2019s history.\u00a0 <\/span>Waters, 18, has been equally impressive, holding the No. 1 ranking in women\u2019s singles and doubles, and forming a formidable mixed doubles team with Johns.<\/p>\n Their partnership has been nothing short of extraordinary. Together, they have clinched multiple titles, including a remarkable 16 consecutive mixed doubles victories between March 2023 and February 2024.\u00a0 <\/span>Their on-court chemistry has been a topic of admiration and analysis among fans and analysts alike.<\/p>\n The announcement of their engagement was made via a joint statement on their social media platforms. \u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to share that our partnership extends beyond the court,\u201d they wrote. \u201cThank you to our families, friends, and fans for your unwavering support.\u201d The post was accompanied by a photo of the couple holding paddles engraved with their names and the date of their engagement.<\/p>\n Reactions from the pickleball community have been overwhelmingly positive. Fellow players, including Johns\u2019 brother and former doubles partner, Collin Johns, have expressed their congratulations. \u201cWishing Ben and Anna Leigh a lifetime of happiness both on and off the court,\u201d Collin commented.<\/p>\n Their union is seen as a significant moment for the sport, symbolizing the deep connections and camaraderie that pickleball fosters among its players. As the sport continues to grow in popularity, stories like theirs highlight the personal narratives that resonate with fans worldwide.<\/p>\n While no date has been set for the wedding, the couple has indicated plans for a ceremony that celebrates their shared passion for pickleball. \u201cWe\u2019re considering a venue that reflects our journey together,\u201d Waters mentioned in a recent interview. \u201cPerhaps even a court where we\u2019ve had some of our most memorable matches.\u201d<\/p>\n As they prepare for this new chapter, fans eagerly anticipate seeing the couple continue their dominance in upcoming tournaments. Their story serves as a testament to the unique bonds formed through sport and the joy that comes from shared success.<\/p>\n Congratulations to Ben Johns and Anna Leigh Waters on their engagement\u2014a true match made on the pickleball court.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" In a heartwarming announcement that has sent ripples through the pickleball community, Ben Johns, the sport\u2019s most decorated male player, has revealed his engagement to fellow top competitor and mixed doubles partner, Anna Leigh Waters. The duo, renowned for their unparalleled synergy on the court, are now set to embark on a new journey together […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":31026,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-31024","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog"],"yoast_head":"\n<\/p>\n