Trevor Noah Plays Pickleball With Local Stars In Singapore

Comedian Trevor Noah recently visited Singapore for a series of performances. During his stay, he took time to connect with the local community through his passion for pickleball.

Engaging With Local Athletes

While visiting Singapore for a comedy festival, Trevor Noah spent time on the pickleball courts at The Sports Arena at Singapore Expo. He participated in matches with several local enthusiasts, including actress Jaime Teo. Teo noted that while they did not win their game, the comedian was a supportive partner. Other local players, such as Eddie Ong and Joshua Seow, also joined the sessions, describing the experience as a series of fun rallies. Seow highlighted the comedian’s impressive reflexes and quick counters during their matches.

A Passion For The Game

The South African entertainer is a dedicated pickleball player with a skill level that exceeds the typical recreational enthusiast. He holds a 3.9 rating on the Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating platform, reflecting his commitment to the sport. To ensure he could play during his trip, he coordinated with a local coach to arrange private matches before his scheduled appearances. His generosity was also noted when he provided complimentary tickets to his sold-out final performance for some of the people he played with.

Comedy And Tour Highlights

Noah’s visit was part of a broader Asian tour, where he headlined three shows at The Star Theatre from November 3 to 5 as part of the Just For Laughs Singapore festival. During his final set, he made light of his sports activities, joking about being drenched in sweat due to the timing of the venue’s air conditioning. He also shared a humorous anecdote about his previous stop in Hong Kong, where he mentioned being frequently mistaken for the singer The Weeknd. Following his time in Singapore, the comedian is scheduled to perform in Kuala Lumpur on November 9 and 10.