Few players have climbed pro pickleball’s ladder as fast as Christopher Haworth. He picked up a paddle for the first time in 2022, turned pro in 2023, joined the PPA Tour full-time in 2025, and by April 2026 he had reached world No. 1 in men’s singles. For a sport that rewards both raw athleticism and patient shot-making, Haworth has become the new name to beat at the back of the court.

If you follow the men’s singles bracket on the PPA Tour, you already know the story: a former tennis player from Oklahoma turning into one of the most dominant singles competitors in the game. Here’s a closer look at his age, background, ranking, estimated earnings, and the brands behind him.

Early Life and Background

Christopher Haworth is American and is based in Edmond, Oklahoma, near Oklahoma City. According to his PPA Tour athlete profile, he is 33 years old.

Long before pickleball, Haworth was a tennis player. He played competitive junior tennis, was a three-time high school state champion, and went on to compete in college tennis at Oklahoma State University. After college he played low-level professional tennis and spent years working as a tennis instructor — a background that gave him the footwork, ball-striking, and court coverage that now define his pickleball game.

At 6’4” and playing right-handed, Haworth brings a tennis baseliner’s mindset to the pickleball court. He describes himself as “a strong baseliner and a good ball striker” who is happy to trade drives from the back of the court when opponents hang back with him.

Rise in Pickleball

Haworth first played pickleball in 2022 and, by his own account, was “instantly hooked,” entering his first tournament about a month later. He turned professional in 2023 and quickly stacked up medals — winning nine golds, two silvers, and one bronze across the APP and PPA tours over a roughly 12-month stretch, including gold at the 2024 San Clemente Orange County Cup.

He signed with the PPA Tour full-time in 2025, and that’s when the climb accelerated. After winning the PPA Greater Zion Cup, Haworth earned the No. 1 men’s singles ranking in early April 2026 — reaching the top in roughly nine months of full-time tour play.

Since reaching No. 1, he has kept winning. Haworth captured the men’s singles title at the 2026 PPA Finals in San Clemente, and his major-event résumé has grown to include titles such as the PPA Masters (where he beat Jack Sock in straight games), the Mesa Cup, Greater Zion, and Atlanta.

As of mid-2026, his PPA Tour profile lists him at No. 1 in men’s singles with a DUPR singles rating above 6.8. He also plays men’s doubles and mixed doubles, though singles is clearly where he has made his mark.

Net Worth and Earnings

There is no publicly confirmed figure for Christopher Haworth’s net worth, and any number you see online should be treated as an estimate, not a verified fact.

What we can say with confidence is that top PPA Tour singles players earn income from several sources: tournament prize money, a tour contract or guaranteed pay, team-league play, and sponsorship deals. As the current world No. 1 in men’s singles, Haworth sits at the high end of that earning range for the discipline. Specific career-earnings totals for him have not been published, so we’re intentionally not assigning a dollar figure here. If you see a precise net-worth number elsewhere, assume it’s an unverified estimate.

Sponsorships and Brand Endorsements

Haworth’s most notable endorsement is with Babolat, the French racquet-sport brand. He signed with Babolat in April 2024 and became the company’s first professional pickleball player to receive a head-to-toe (“total look”) sponsorship covering paddles, shoes, apparel, and bags.

On the equipment side, he has been associated with using Babolat’s thinner STRKR+ paddle for singles (for more power) and the thicker WZRD paddle for doubles (for more control).

He has also competed in Major League Pickleball, joining the California Black Bears in 2024.

Personal Life

Haworth keeps a relatively low public profile off the court, and few personal details are publicly confirmed. What is well documented is his training routine: he is based in Oklahoma, trains alongside other elite players, and has spoken about spending four to five hours a day on pickleball. His advice to aspiring pros leans on that same theme — consistent, focused work over a long stretch of time.

What’s Next for Christopher Haworth

Reaching world No. 1 is one thing; holding it is another. Men’s singles is one of the deepest, most physically demanding disciplines in pro pickleball, and Haworth will face constant pressure from a young, athletic field. His tennis-honed baseline game and quick rise suggest he’s well equipped to stay at the top — and his run through 2026 has already turned him into one of the sport’s most compelling stories. Expect to see his name in the late rounds of nearly every PPA singles draw for the foreseeable future.

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FAQs

How old is Christopher Haworth?

According to his PPA Tour athlete profile, Christopher Haworth is 33 years old (as of 2026). An earlier 2024 brand profile listed his age differently, so the PPA Tour figure is the most current reference.

What is Christopher Haworth’s pickleball ranking?

As of mid-2026, Haworth is ranked No. 1 in PPA Tour men’s singles. He first reached the top spot in early April 2026 and has since added the 2026 PPA Finals men’s singles title.

Is Christopher Haworth a former tennis player?

Yes. Before pickleball, Haworth played competitive junior and college tennis (at Oklahoma State University), competed in low-level pro tennis, and worked as a tennis instructor before picking up a paddle in 2022.