Sarah Burr and George Wall earned a thrilling quarterfinal win at the PPA Tour New Zealand Pickleball Cup on April 26, 2025. The duo defeated Andie Dikosavljevic and Robert Stirling in a three-game battle, 11-0, 5-11, 14-12, at the TotalCoach Tennis Centre in St. Johns, Auckland.
Quarterfinal Match Summary
Sarah Burr and George Wall started strong, dominating the first game with an 11-0 shutout. Andie Dikosavljevic and Robert Stirling answered back in the second game, winning 11-5 by tightening their defense and forcing errors.
The third game was a tense back-and-forth battle. Both teams fought hard, but Burr and Wall managed to close it out 14-12 with steady nerves and sharp shot-making under pressure.
About the PPA Tour NZ Pickleball Cup
Running from April 24–27, 2025, at TotalCoach Tennis Centre, the PPA Tour NZ Pickleball Cup features top players from Australia, New Zealand, and Asia. With over $1 million in prize money for the 2025 season, the event also includes the MLPA Challenger and MLPA Masters Leagues, showcasing 64 standout athletes.
Significance of the Victory
Sarah Burr and George Wall’s victory moves them closer to the Pro Mixed Doubles title at the New Zealand Cup. Their ability to stay calm in the decisive moments of a tight third game showed the mental toughness needed to succeed at this level. Fans can expect an exciting performance from them in the upcoming semifinal.
News in Brief: Sarah Burr and George Wall
Sarah Burr and George Wall reached the semifinals at the PPA Tour NZ Pickleball Cup after winning a tough three-game quarterfinal, 11-0, 5-11, 14-12, against Andie Dikosavljevic and Robert Stirling. The event is ongoing at TotalCoach Tennis Centre in Auckland.