Federico Staksrud and Hayden Patriquin Win: Federico Staksrud and Hayden Patriquin reached the men’s doubles final at the Zimmer Biomet Masters with a hard-fought 11-5, 8-11, 13-11 victory over No. 8 seeds Augie Ge and Jaume Martinez Vich. The tournament is being held at Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage, California.
Match Recap
In a thrilling semifinal, Staksrud and Patriquin battled back after losing the second game. The deciding game saw a dramatic turn of events.
With the score at 10-9 in their favor, the duo quickly found themselves down 10-11, facing two match points. They responded with a three-point run to seal the win and advance to the final.
Staksrud’s Historic Performance
This victory marked a significant milestone for Staksrud, as it was the first time in his career that he reached the final in all three events at the same tournament.
He now has the chance to compete for gold in men’s singles, mixed doubles with Catherine Parenteau, and men’s doubles with Patriquin.
Pickleball’s Growing Excitement
This match has been described as a “Match of the Year” candidate, showcasing the intensity and skill that pickleball has to offer. Fans can expect an exciting final as Staksrud and Patriquin aim for gold.
News in Brief: Federico Staksrud and Hayden Patriquin Win
Federico Staksrud and Hayden Patriquin reached the men’s doubles final at the Zimmer Biomet Masters after a thrilling victory over Ge and Martinez Vich. Staksrud is now in the final of all three events at the tournament for the first time in his career.
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