This week on Cracked Paddles, hosts Alex Crum and Kevin Dong dive headfirst into the drama shaking the pickleball world — the Dennis Uspensky cheating scandal. They unpack the timeline of events, the reactions from players and fans, and what this moment means for the sport’s growing professional scene. Nothing is off-limits as they debate the culture of competition and integrity in a sport still defining its identity.

After the controversy, the hosts lighten the mood with some personal updates — Kevin recounts his week in Fort Lauderdale, while Alex shares behind-the-scenes stories from the PPA Virginia Beach event. The duo closes with the latest paddle news, giving their unfiltered takes on new releases, player sponsorships, and how tech innovations are reshaping the paddle market. It’s an episode that captures the full spectrum of pickleball — from the serious to the absurd — and everything in between.

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