Richard Livornese Jr and Jillian Braverman claimed the bronze medal in the mixed pro doubles at the 2025 APP Great Lakes Open on Friday, August 15. The match was held as part of the tournament that also serves as a golden ticket qualifier for the 2026 USA Pickleball National Championships.
A Strong Finish in the Bronze Final
Livornese Jr and Braverman won against Megan Fudge and Andre Millet with scores of 11–4 and 12–10. The win secured them the bronze medal after a hard-fought match.
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Tournament Context
The APP Great Lakes Open is one of the key events in the professional pickleball calendar. Winners at this tournament earn valuable chances to qualify for next year’s national championships. The mixed pro doubles bracket saw competitive play throughout the day, with many close matches leading to the bronze final.
What This Means Going Forward
The bronze medal highlights the strong partnership of Richard Livornese Jr and Jillian Braverman. Their win keeps them in the spotlight as they continue their journey toward bigger national stages. The victory also shows the rising level of competition in mixed doubles, where every point is highly contested.
News in Brief: Richard Livornese Jr and Jillian Braverman
Richard Livornese Jr and Jillian Braverman won the bronze medal in mixed pro doubles at the 2025 APP Great Lakes Open on August 15. They defeated Megan Fudge and Andre Millet 11–4, 12–10. The tournament is also a qualifier for the 2026 USA Pickleball National Championships.
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