Sant Fruitós de Bages consolidates pickleball with successful Pickle Pro Tour Barcelona Open

The Shooter Club hosted the sixth event of the circuit, featuring international players and a large turnout.

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The Shooter Club Pickleball & Life in Sant Fruitós de Bages has successfully concluded the Pickle Pro Tour Barcelona Open, the sixth and final regular event of the season, solidifying the town as a pickleball reference point.

The club's facilities hosted matches for top national and international players over three days, featuring over 300 matches and more than 150 participants from various nationalities, ages, and skill levels. The victory of Hungarian player Bálint Gergő Bakó in men's singles and doubles, alongside Jorge Rodríguez, was a highlight, particularly connecting with the local crowd. Meanwhile, Sabrina Méndez secured the women's singles title and the women's doubles title with María Costantino.
Sunday's finals attracted nearly 180 people to the club and were broadcast live on Teledeporte and the Pickle Pro Tour's YouTube channel. The organization and facilities at Shooter Club received positive reviews from athletes and circuit officials, who praised their capacity to simultaneously host a high volume of matches and categories.
The event was attended by Joan Carles Batanés, the mayor of Sant Fruitós de Bages. For Shooter Club, this tournament marks a significant step towards their goal of making Sant Fruitós de Bages a leading center for pickleball practice, training, and competition, underscoring the sport's potential and the club's capability to host major events.
Based on information from the official source: Ajuntament de Sant Fruitós de Bages (19/10/2026)