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Is the Franklin C45 Aurelius legal?

USA Pickleball (sanctioned play)

Legal

Listed by USAP as Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 16MM

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UPA-A (PPA and MLP pro events)

Legal

Approved 2026-03-05

Model # C45ALW14, C45ALW16, C45ALW127

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For UPA-A events the paddle must also carry the UPA-A stamp and its model number.

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Specs

Thickness

14MM, 16MM, 12.7MM

Status history

• 2026-03-05 UPA-A: Added. Approved on the official list
• 2026-03-05 UPA-A: Added. Approved on the official list
• 2026-02-06 UPA-A: Added. Approved on the official list

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