Sofia Sewing Survives Epic Showdown: Sofia Sewing of the United States moved into the semifinals of the women’s pro singles bracket at the 2025 Zimmer Biomet APP New York City Open on May 21. She beat Croatia’s Domenika Turkovic in three close games in this USA Pickleball Golden Ticket Tournament.
The match was part of the quarterfinals and took place in New York City. Both players fought hard, but Sofia Sewing stayed focused and came out on top with scores of 16-14, 14-16, and 15-9.
Back-and-Forth Battle
Sofia Sewing started strong in the first game. She kept the ball in play and won a close 16-14 set.
In the second game, Domenika Turkovic bounced back. She adjusted her play, handled pressure, and tied the match with a 16-14 win of her own.
The third game was the decider. Sofia Sewing raised her game and took control. She outlasted Turkovic 15-9 to win the match and move forward in the tournament.
Quarterfinals Under Pressure
This match was a key part of the APP New York City Open. The event gives winners a chance to qualify for the USA Pickleball National Championships through a Golden Ticket. Every match matters, and tension runs high.
Sofia Sewing showed strong mental focus. Despite losing the second game, she didn’t panic. Her quick movement and steady shots helped her close out the win. Domenika Turkovic also played with determination. She pushed the match to three games and kept the pressure on until the end.
What Comes Next
With the win, Sofia Sewing moves into the semifinals. She now has a chance to fight for a medal and earn valuable ranking points.
Domenika Turkovic’s run in the tournament ends in the quarterfinals. But her effort and strong play showed she can compete with top players on the APP Tour.
News in Brief: Sofia Sewing Survives Epic Showdown
Sofia Sewing from the United States beat Croatia’s Domenika Turkovic on May 21 at the 2025 Zimmer Biomet APP New York City Open. Sewing won the quarterfinals in three games—16-14, 14-16, 15-9—to advance to the women’s pro singles semifinals of this USA Pickleball Golden Ticket Tournament.