Richard Livornese Jr. and Tanner Tomassi repeated as champions in men’s pro doubles at the 2025 APP Great Lakes Open on August 17. The pair defeated Clayton Powell and Aidan Schenk in straight games during Championship Sunday at the Greater Midland Tennis Center.
Defending Champions Hold Strong
Richard Livornese Jr. and Tanner Tomassi entered the final as the defending champions. Facing APP U.S. National Team members Clayton Powell and Aidan Schenk, who were playing their first final together, the duo started strong with an 11-5 win in game one.
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In the second game, Clayton Powell and Aidan Schenk led early 5-1 and were ahead 9-7 late. But Richard Livornese Jr. and Tanner Tomassi showed composure, scoring the last four points to win 11-7 and clinch their second straight men’s doubles title.
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Players Reflect on the Victory
“We go a little ballistic, which plays into our favor. But for this [match], we said to be even keeled but also bring the energy. The main factor was to play cool, calm and collected the entire time.”(Tanner Tomassi)
“Thank you to Ken Herrmann and the APP, and especially to the fans in Midland – you guys are amazing. It was so much fun.”(Richard Livornese Jr)
Event Highlights
The men’s pro doubles final was one of five championship matches held on August 17 to close the 2025 APP Great Lakes Open. The tournament brought together hundreds of athletes of all ages and skill levels for five days of competition at the Greater Midland Tennis Center.
Why the Win Matters
The back-to-back title reinforced Richard Livornese Jr. and Tanner Tomassi as one of the strongest doubles teams on the APP Tour. For Clayton Powell and Aidan Schenk, reaching their first final together marked an important step forward. The result also showcased the growing strength and competition in professional pickleball.
News in Brief: Richard Livornese Jr. and Tanner Tomassi
Richard Livornese Jr. and Tanner Tomassi defended their men’s doubles crown at the 2025 APP Great Lakes Open, beating Clayton Powell and Aidan Schenk 11-5, 11-7 in the final. The win marked their second straight title, while Powell and Schenk made their first championship appearance as a team.