Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://eevb.net/video/m3HMCDUtqsl.html Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Ryan Fu: Getting Terminated, Starting Over, PPA Vs APP Vs Asian Circuit, & More! Spencer Pratt [CVJO9YSP51H] Health Updated on August 06, 2026 EDT — Published on August 06, 2026 EDT Tag: #Spencer Pratt, #brescia - dinamo sassari, #freiburg fc, #david morrisseyWhat really happens after a pro player gets banned, changes tours, and starts over? In this episode, APP Pro Ryan Fu joins Katrina and James Ignatowich for one of the most honest conversations yet about the rapidly changing world of professional pickleball, including: Why Ryan would (or wouldn't) return to the PPA The future of pro pickleball as player contracts begin to expire, shifting from appearance fees to dave chappelle prize money Why dozens of top players could soon leave the PPA How the APP, Asia, and the Global Pickleball Alliance are reshaping the sport The reality of Tour Wars, contracts, and player freedom Why dominant players like Ben Johns and Anna Leigh Waters are actually good for pickleball Ryan's experience competing around the world and the differences between the U.S. and Asian tours The story behind winning his first APP title with the RPM Friction Pro V2 Paddle technology, weight setups, and what really matters on court Funny behind-the-scenes stories featuring Max Freeman, Jack Sock, Ben Johns, and moreFrom hot topics to funny tour stories, this episode offers an inside look at where professional pickleball is headedand why the next few years could change everything.-Follow Ryan Fu!Instagram: X: Facebook: TikTok: Follow Open Play Pickleball! Instagram: X: Facebook: Follow Katrina! Instagram: X: Follow James!Instagram: X: Facebook: Make sure you are subscribed to our channel because we have more episodes and more guests lined up! #pickleball #ppatour #pickleballpodcast hardik pandya #majorleaguepickleball -TIMESTAMPS00:00 Cold Open Best Moments Preview00:52 Intro Ryan Fu Joins Open Play01:06 Ryan Opens Up About the PPA Termination03:02 Would Ryan Ever Return to the PPA?03:47 The Future guardian news of APP, PPA Contracts & Tour Changes05:31 PPA vs. APP Which Tour Is Better for Players?07:00 Is Ben Johns Dominating Good for Pickleball?08:34 Ryan Reacts to Max Freeman Partnering with Ben Johns11:53 Ryan Reviews the RPM Friction Pro V215:42 Playing on APP, MLP & the Asian Tour21:58 Ryan's Italy Tournament & Olympic Dream25:33 Favorite Men's Doubles Partners27:42 Jack Sock Match & Funny Vietnam Stories29:37 Dream Men's & Mixed Partners32:04 Fan Q&A Paddle Performance32:59 Does Ryan Miss the Heartthrobs?33:35 Ryan Talks About Angie34:25 Brendan Long's Controversial Serve35:08 The Legendary Max Freeman Peanut Story35:54 Outro
Tag: #Spencer Pratt, #brescia - dinamo sassari, #freiburg fc, #david morrisseyWhat really happens after a pro player gets banned, changes tours, and starts over? In this episode, APP Pro Ryan Fu joins Katrina and James Ignatowich for one of the most honest conversations yet about the rapidly changing world of professional pickleball, including: Why Ryan would (or wouldn't) return to the PPA The future of pro pickleball as player contracts begin to expire, shifting from appearance fees to dave chappelle prize money Why dozens of top players could soon leave the PPA How the APP, Asia, and the Global Pickleball Alliance are reshaping the sport The reality of Tour Wars, contracts, and player freedom Why dominant players like Ben Johns and Anna Leigh Waters are actually good for pickleball Ryan's experience competing around the world and the differences between the U.S. and Asian tours The story behind winning his first APP title with the RPM Friction Pro V2 Paddle technology, weight setups, and what really matters on court Funny behind-the-scenes stories featuring Max Freeman, Jack Sock, Ben Johns, and moreFrom hot topics to funny tour stories, this episode offers an inside look at where professional pickleball is headedand why the next few years could change everything.-Follow Ryan Fu!Instagram: X: Facebook: TikTok: Follow Open Play Pickleball! Instagram: X: Facebook: Follow Katrina! Instagram: X: Follow James!Instagram: X: Facebook: Make sure you are subscribed to our channel because we have more episodes and more guests lined up! #pickleball #ppatour #pickleballpodcast hardik pandya #majorleaguepickleball -TIMESTAMPS00:00 Cold Open Best Moments Preview00:52 Intro Ryan Fu Joins Open Play01:06 Ryan Opens Up About the PPA Termination03:02 Would Ryan Ever Return to the PPA?03:47 The Future guardian news of APP, PPA Contracts & Tour Changes05:31 PPA vs. APP Which Tour Is Better for Players?07:00 Is Ben Johns Dominating Good for Pickleball?08:34 Ryan Reacts to Max Freeman Partnering with Ben Johns11:53 Ryan Reviews the RPM Friction Pro V215:42 Playing on APP, MLP & the Asian Tour21:58 Ryan's Italy Tournament & Olympic Dream25:33 Favorite Men's Doubles Partners27:42 Jack Sock Match & Funny Vietnam Stories29:37 Dream Men's & Mixed Partners32:04 Fan Q&A Paddle Performance32:59 Does Ryan Miss the Heartthrobs?33:35 Ryan Talks About Angie34:25 Brendan Long's Controversial Serve35:08 The Legendary Max Freeman Peanut Story35:54 Outro