Emily Cederquist and Yana Newell’s Victory: Emily Cederquist of the United States and Yana Newell of Russia advanced to the women’s pro doubles semifinals on May 10 at the 2025 APP Vlasic Classic Cincinnati in Ohio. They defeated Sofia Sewing and Shelby Bates, both from the United States, in the quarterfinals with scores of 11-8 and 11-8.
The APP Vlasic Classic is part of the 2025 USA Pickleball Golden Ticket Tournament series. Winning teams here get a direct entry into the USA Pickleball National Championships. This event brings together top talent from around the world, offering them a chance to compete at a high level.
Quarterfinal Match Recap
In a match filled with energy and skill, Emily Cederquist and Yana Newell stayed strong from start to finish. They won two straight games to move on to the next round. Sofia Sewing and Shelby Bates, though strong competitors, could not keep up in key moments of the match.
Cederquist and Newell showed great teamwork and consistency. Their fast shots and smart plays helped them stay ahead. Both games ended with the same score: 11-8. It was clear that Cederquist and Newell were in control, keeping their lead even as their opponents tried to rally.
What Comes Next
With this win, Emily Cederquist and Yana Newell will play in the semifinals. If they keep up their performance, they could secure a spot in the finals and a possible ticket to nationals. Fans and coaches are now watching closely to see how far this pair can go in the tournament.
This match was important because it brought them one step closer to the USA Pickleball National Championships. It also shows how strong international partnerships can be in this fast-growing sport.
News in Brief: Emily Cederquist and Yana Newell’s Victory
Emily Cederquist and Yana Newell beat Sofia Sewing and Shelby Bates in the women’s pro doubles quarterfinals at the 2025 APP Vlasic Classic in Cincinnati. The match ended with two wins of 11-8. With this win, they move on to the semifinals in this USA Pickleball Golden Ticket event.