This week on Cracked Paddles, Alex and Kevin dive into all the latest buzz shaking up the pickleball world. Alex kicks things off with a full recap of his recent Challenger event before the duo breaks down the hot-button topic of the week: the brand-new paddle regulations from the UPA. Are these rules a game-changer, or just more drama for the players and manufacturers?

Alex also shares what it was like stepping behind the mic for Pickleball TV commentary, giving listeners an inside look at the broadcast experience. From there, the guys turn their attention to Cincinnati, reviewing the venue, event atmosphere, and standout storylines from a packed tournament week.

To close things out, Alex and Kevin answer listener questions—tackling everything from gear tweaks to big-picture trends in the sport.

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