APP Chicago Open Men’s Doubles Semifinal: The men’s pro doubles semifinals at the 2025 APP Chicago Open were decided on Saturday, August 30, as Will Howells and Jack Munro, along with Erik Lange and Purple Jesus Manthou, secured their places in the championship match. Both teams delivered strong performances to advance to the final in Chicago.
Event Overview
The APP Chicago Open is one of the biggest events on the pickleball tour, drawing top players from across the country. The men’s pro doubles bracket saw intense semifinal action with two spots in the final on the line.
Match Results
First Semifinal Match
Will Howells and Jack Munro controlled their semifinal against Aidan Schenk and Clayton Powell. They won in straight games, taking the match 11-4 and 11-8. Their steady teamwork and shot placement gave them the edge to move into the final.
Second Semifinal Match
The second semifinal was more competitive, with Erik Lange and Purple Jesus Manthou facing Richard Livornese Jr. and Tanner Tomassi. Lange and Manthou opened strong with an 11-4 win, but Livornese and Tomassi fought back in game two, winning 11-9. In the decider, Lange and Manthou pulled through 11-7 to book their spot in the title match.
What Comes Next
With their wins, Will Howells and Jack Munro will meet Erik Lange and Purple Jesus Manthou in the men’s pro doubles final. Both teams have shown consistency and determination throughout the tournament, setting up a championship clash that promises high-level pickleball action.
News in Brief: APP Chicago Open Men’s Doubles Semifinal
At the 2025 APP Chicago Open, Will Howells and Jack Munro, along with Erik Lange and Purple Jesus Manthou, advanced from the men’s pro doubles semifinals on August 30. Howells and Munro won in straight games, while Lange and Manthou took a three-game battle. Both teams now head to the championship match.
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