Ronan Camron and Armaan Bhatia: Ronan Camron of the United States and Armaan Bhatia of India won their men’s pro doubles quarterfinal match on May 23 at the 2025 Zimmer Biomet APP New York City Open. The duo defeated Bruno Faletto and Mario Barrientos of Chile in straight games, 11-1 and 11-6.
The tournament is part of the APP Tour and is a USA Pickleball Golden Ticket event, giving top finishers a chance to qualify for the 2025 USA Pickleball National Championships. The New York City Open is one of the biggest stops on the tour.
Strong Start for Camron and Bhatia
Ronan Camron and Armaan Bhatia showed control from the start. In Game 1, they won 11-1 with fast returns and powerful serves. Their teamwork kept the Chilean pair off balance. Bruno Faletto and Mario Barrientos struggled to return volleys and dropped the first game quickly.
In Game 2, Bruno Faletto and Mario Barrientos improved, scoring 6 points. But Camron and Armaan Bhatia kept up the pressure. Their strong net play and sharp angles helped them seal the game 11-6. They stayed calm under pressure and finished the match in straight games.
What This Win Means
With this quarterfinal win, Camron and Armaan Bhatia move closer to the finals. The victory also puts them in a strong position to earn a Golden Ticket spot. Winning here means a direct chance to play at the USA Pickleball National Championships later this year.
The next round will be a semifinal match against a yet-to-be-decided team. Both players showed they are serious contenders and will be tough to beat as the tournament continues.
News in Brief: Ronan Camron and Armaan Bhatia
Ronan Camron and Armaan Bhatia defeated Bruno Faletto and Mario Barrientos in the men’s pro doubles quarterfinals at the 2025 Zimmer Biomet APP New York City Open, winning 11-1, 11-6. The duo advances to the semifinals and edges closer to a USA Pickleball Nationals Golden Ticket.