Brandon Lane and Drake Palm’s Quarterfinal Match: Brandon Lane and Drake Palm won their men’s pro doubles quarterfinal match at the 2025 APP Vlasic Classic Cincinnati on May 10. The American duo defeated Mario Barrientos from Chile and Brendon Long from the United States in straight games, 11-7 and 11-3, to move into the semifinals.
A Strong Quarterfinal Performance
Brandon Lane and Drake Palm started the match with confidence. They stayed aggressive and worked well together. In the first game, they used quick volleys and smart positioning to take control early. Mario Barrientos and Brendon Long kept fighting, but they couldn’t stop Lane and Palm from winning the game 11-7.
In the second game, Lane and Palm turned up the pressure. They made fewer mistakes and forced their opponents into errors. Their teamwork stayed strong, and they finished the game quickly at 11-3.
About the APP Vlasic Classic
The APP Vlasic Classic is a major stop on the APP Tour. Held in Cincinnati, this event is a USA Pickleball Golden Ticket tournament.
Winners here get direct entry into the 2025 USA Pickleball National Championships, which makes each match even more important for pro players. Brandon Lane and Drake Palm’s win keeps them in the race for that valuable spot.
What Comes Next
With their win in the quarterfinals, Brandon Lane and Drake Palm are moving on to the semifinals. Their strong performance shows they are ready for tougher competition ahead. They will need to keep up their smart play and strong communication to reach the finals. The next round will be their biggest challenge yet, but they are in a great position to continue their run.
News in Brief: Brandon Lane and Drake Palm’s Quarterfinal Match
At the 2025 APP Vlasic Classic Cincinnati, Brandon Lane and Drake Palm won their men’s pro doubles quarterfinal match on May 10. They beat Mario Barrientos and Brendon Long in straight games, 11-7 and 11-3. With this win, Lane and Palm move on to the semifinals of the Golden Ticket event.