Eduardo Irizarry Stuns Rivals: Eduardo Irizarry from Puerto Rico won his men’s pro singles quarterfinal match against Richard Livornese Jr of the United States at the 2025 APP Vlasic Classic Cincinnati on May 8. The match took place in Cincinnati, Ohio, and is part of the USA Pickleball Golden Ticket series.
Close Battle on the Court
The quarterfinal match between Eduardo Irizarry and Richard Livornese Jr was competitive. Eduardo Irizarry started strong and won the first game 15-7.
Eduardo Irizarry came back with energy, winning the second game 15-13. With this victory, Eduardo Irizarry moves on to the semifinals of the men’s pro singles event.
A Key Tournament in the Pickleball Season
The 2025 APP Vlasic Classic Cincinnati is one of the top pickleball events in the country. It is part of the USA Pickleball Golden Ticket series, which means players can qualify for the national championships if they win. The tournament is being held in Cincinnati and includes many top pro players.
What Happens Next
With his win, Eduardo Irizarry is one step closer to earning a spot in the USA Pickleball National Championships. Richard Livornese Jr played a strong match but is now out of the running in the singles competition. Fans and players will be watching closely as the semifinals begin. Each match now could decide who earns a shot at national glory.
News in Brief: Eduardo Irizarry Stuns Rivals
Eduardo Irizarry of Puerto Rico beat Richard Livornese Jr of the U.S. in the men’s pro singles quarterfinals at the 2025 APP Vlasic Classic Cincinnati. Irizarry won two games and now moves to the semifinals of this USA Pickleball Golden Ticket tournament.
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