Brandon Lane and Susannah Barr won a tough Mixed Pro Doubles quarterfinal match at the 2025 APP Vlasic Classic Cincinnati on May 9. The American pair came from behind to beat Naveen Beasley and Emily Cederquist in three games, 5-11, 12-10, 11-7.
Lane and Barr Show Strong Comeback
After losing the first game 5-11, Brandon Lane and Susannah Barr stayed calm and focused. They fought hard to win the second game 12-10, turning the match around. In the final game, they kept the momentum and secured victory with an 11-7 win.
This match was part of the USA Pickleball Golden Ticket Tournament. Winning this round puts Lane and Barr closer to a spot at the National Championships.
Beasley and Cederquist Fall Short
Naveen Beasley and Emily Cederquist started the match strong. Their teamwork helped them take the first game with ease. But the next two games were more difficult.
Despite their efforts, they could not hold off the comeback from Lane and Barr. The pair played with energy but missed key chances late in the match.
Eyes Set on the Finals
With this win, Brandon Lane and Susannah Barr have made it to the semifinals. They are now two matches away from winning the tournament. A victory here would also give them a Golden Ticket, which guarantees a place at the USA Pickleball National Championships. The next round will test their focus as they try to keep their title hopes alive.
News in Brief: Brandon Lane and Susannah Barr
Brandon Lane and Susannah Barr won their Mixed Pro Doubles quarterfinal at the 2025 APP Vlasic Classic in Cincinnati on May 9. They beat Naveen Beasley and Emily Cederquist in three games, 5-11, 12-10, 11-7. Lane and Barr move on to the semifinals of this Golden Ticket Tournament.