Amanda Hendry and Simone Jardim delivered a commanding performance in the Women’s Pro Doubles semifinals at the 2025 APP Fort Lauderdale Open, defeating Sofia Sewing and Shelby Bates in straight games.
One-Sided Victory Secures Spot in the Final
The semifinal match, held on April 5 at The Fort in Snyder Park, saw Hendry and Jardim take full control from the outset. They secured the first game 11-9 and then overwhelmed their opponents with a dominant 11-1 win in the second game. Their aggressive net play and consistent teamwork proved too much for Sewing and Bates to handle.
Match Recap and Standout Play
Hendry and Jardim showed great coordination throughout the match, applying constant pressure and forcing errors from the opposing duo. While Sewing and Bates kept the first game close, they couldn’t maintain their pace or find answers for the fast tempo set by Hendry and Jardim in the second.
Official Score:
Amanda Hendry (USA) / Simone Jardim (USA) def. Sofia Sewing (USA) / Shelby Bates (USA) – 11-9, 11-1
Round: Women’s Pro Doubles Semifinals
Event: 2025 APP Fort Lauderdale Open – A USA Pickleball Golden Ticket Tournament
Location: The Fort, Snyder Park, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Eyes on the Championship
With this strong win, Hendry and Jardim head into the finals with momentum and confidence. The experienced pairing will be a tough challenge for any opponent they face in the title match.
News in Brief: Amanda Hendry and Simone Jardim
Amanda Hendry and Simone Jardim advanced to the Women’s Pro Doubles finals at the APP Fort Lauderdale Open, defeating Sofia Sewing and Shelby Bates in the semifinals with a powerful 11-9, 11-1 win.