Men’s Doubles at PPA Kansas City Open: As the Selkirk Kansas City Open rolls into town from August 7 to August 11, 2024, the Men’s Pro Doubles competition promises to be a focal point of excitement. Set against the backdrop of the Kansas City Elite Tennis and Wellness facility, this event will see the top teams clashing for supremacy on the Humana Championship Court from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET each day.
Defending Champions and Emerging Favorites
The duo of Ben Johns and Matt Wright, who last year won with Johns’s brother Collin, will be out to defend their crown. However, with Collin Johns sidelined due to injury, Matt Wright will have to handle this challenge alongside his new partner. Frazier and Johnson, meanwhile, have taken the top seed with a remarkable performance, clinching four of the last five tournaments. Their consistency makes them formidable contenders, setting a high bar for the rest of the field.
The Johns brothers, currently seeded 2nd, face a challenging landscape. Despite their early dominance this year, their fortunes have dipped since April, and their recent MLP matches have been far from convincing. The pressure is on for them to find their form and reclaim their position at the top.
Key Matchups and Watchlist
Adding intrigue is the return of Andrei Daescu from suspension. Partnering with Matt Wright, who helped them win in Austin earlier this year in March, the 5th-seeded pair will be looking to reassert themselves after a period of absence.
A pair to keep an eye on is Patriquin and Alshon, seeded 6th. Known for his knack of reaching Sunday play, Big H will be gunning for a standout performance with his third different partner in as many tournaments. Their potential to make a deep run could shake up the rankings and add unpredictability to the tournament.
As the Men’s Doubles draw unfolds, the Selkirk Kansas City Open is set to display some of the best talent in pickleball. With defending champions, rising stars, and seasoned veterans all competing for glory, this tournament is assured to deliver intense competition and unforgettable moments.
News in Brief: Men’s Doubles at PPA Kansas City Open
The Men’s Pro Doubles at the Selkirk Kansas City Open, August 7-11, 2024, will be a highlight of the event. Defending champions Ben Johns and Matt Wright aim to retain their title, though Wright will now partner with a new teammate due to Collin Johns’s injury. Top seeds Frazier and Johnson, who have won four of the last five tournaments, are formidable contenders.
The 2nd-seeded Johns brothers must rebound from recent struggles. Andrei Daescu, returning from suspension, will team up with Matt Wright, and the 6th-seeded Patriquin and Alshon could disrupt the field with their strong performances. Expect intense matches and high-level competition at the Kansas City Elite Tennis and Wellness facility.
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