Chris Haworth Clinches Semifinal Spot: Chris Haworth advanced to the semifinals of the Men’s Pro Singles bracket at the 2025 Zimmer Biomet APP New York City Open after defeating Purple Jesus Manthou in a hard-fought quarterfinal match on May 21. The match took place in the United States and is part of the USA Pickleball Golden Ticket series.
Haworth Moves Ahead in Close Battle
Chris Haworth won both games in the best-of-three match. He took the first game 15-13 and followed with a 15-12 victory in the second. Despite a strong showing, Purple Jesus Manthou could not push the match to a third game.
The close scores showed that both players were evenly matched. Fans watching the game saw long rallies and big moments from both sides. However, Chris Haworth stayed focused and took control at key times in each game.
Golden Ticket Stakes Add Pressure
The 2025 Zimmer Biomet APP New York City Open is one of the top events on the APP Tour. It also offers a “Golden Ticket,” which gives players a chance to qualify directly for the USA Pickleball National Championships. That made the quarterfinal match even more important for both competitors.
Looking Ahead to the Semifinals
Chris Haworth now moves on to the semifinals, with hopes of claiming a spot in the finals and possibly the Golden Ticket. For Purple Jesus Manthou, the loss means the end of his run at this event, but his close performance suggests strong potential for future tournaments.
News in Brief: Chris Haworth Clinches Semifinal Spot
Chris Haworth defeated Purple Jesus Manthou 15-13, 15-12 in the Men’s Pro Singles quarterfinals at the 2025 Zimmer Biomet APP New York City Open on May 21. The win sends Haworth to the semifinals in this Golden Ticket event.
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