Sofia Sewing and Casey Diamond won their Mixed Pro Doubles quarterfinal match at the 2025 Zimmer Biomet APP Newport Beach Open on July 4. The event is part of the USA Pickleball Golden Ticket series and took place in Newport Beach, California.
Sofia Sewing and Casey Diamond defeated Brandon Lane and Susannah Barr in straight games. They took the first game 11-5 and then finished the match with an 11-4 win in the second game.
The tournament brings together many top players hoping to secure a Golden Ticket. This special status allows winners to earn spots at the USA Pickleball National Championships later in the year.
Match Details
The first game saw Sofia Sewing and Casey Diamond quickly take control. Brandon Lane and Susannah Barr struggled to match their pace and fell behind early.
In the second game, Sofia Sewing and Casey Diamond kept up the pressure. They moved efficiently on the court and kept their opponents off balance with smart shot placement. The pair closed out the match with another strong win.
Golden Ticket Opportunity
The Zimmer Biomet APP Newport Beach Open is an important event on the APP Tour calendar. Players who win their divisions here receive a Golden Ticket, which is highly prized in the pickleball world.
While there were no quotes shared by the players after this match, the victory clearly shows the high level of play Sofia Sewing and Casey Diamond brought to the competition.
What’s Next
With this win, Sofia Sewing and Casey Diamond move on to the semifinals. They are one step closer to earning the Golden Ticket and possibly a national title. Fans and fellow players will watch closely to see how far they can go in the tournament.
News in Brief: Sofia Sewing and Casey Diamond
Sofia Sewing and Casey Diamond beat Brandon Lane and Susannah Barr 11-5, 11-4 in the Mixed Pro Doubles quarterfinals at the 2025 Zimmer Biomet APP Newport Beach Open. They advance to the semifinals and are now closer to securing a Golden Ticket for the national championships.
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