The creator of RAQBALL

Chris Oven is not just an inventor, he is a visionary who knew how to rewrite the rules of the game, literally. An artist at heart, driven by a boundless imagination, Chris has always been drawn to creation and innovation, whether it be his artistic works or his incredible contribution to the world of sport: Raqball.

Before becoming the inventor of Raqball, Chris Oven was dedicated to his art, nurturing his creative spirit through the observation of life and its subtleties. Passionate about movement, and specifically sports, he felt the call for a bigger project: to create a sport that combines the dynamic qualities of basketball, the strategy of tennis, and the freedom of expression that is typical of modern sports. He gave birth to Raqball, a daring and unique discipline at a crossroads, which embodies his vision of a team sport that is both accessible and spectacular.

By introducing Raqball, Chris has not only invented a sport, he has also started a movement, a call to all those who are looking for a new way to connect, exercise, and have fun together. It has seduced young people and adults, amateurs and professionals, through thrilling demonstrations and pilot events, highlighting a discipline that is intended to be universal and unifying. Through his work, Chris Oven shows us that it is possible to turn a dream into reality, and that with enough creativity and determination, even the impossible becomes possible.

Chris Oven is more than an inventor, he is a pioneer, a creator of experiences, and above all, a passionate person who inspires everyone who meets him to dare to innovate and reinvent the rules of the game in their own lives. By discovering Raqball, it is also a part of Chris Oven’s universe that we discover: a light, vibrant universe, and animated by an inexhaustible energy.