Rachel Rohrabacher and Hayden Patriquin advanced to the mixed doubles quarterfinals at the Proton Tucson Open after defeating No. 19 seeds Alix Truong and Quang Duong in three games. The No. 7 seeds secured a 6-11, 11-7, 11-4 victory at the Tucson Racquet and Tennis Club.
Rohrabacher and Patriquin faced early struggles, dropping the first game and falling behind 0-5 in the second. However, they staged a dramatic comeback, finishing the match on a dominant 22-6 run to claim their place in the next round.
A Hard-Fought Battle
The match started with Truong and Duong in control. They took the first game 11-6, using aggressive shot-making to put their opponents on the defensive.
Rohrabacher and Patriquin appeared in trouble when they trailed 0-5 in Game 2. But they found their rhythm, winning the next 11-2 to force a deciding third game. Their momentum carried into the final game, where they dominated 11-4.
Momentum Shift Leads to Victory
After the slow start, Rohrabacher and Patriquin made key adjustments. They focused on better positioning and precise shot placement to take control of the match.
Truong and Duong, who had played with confidence early, struggled to regain their form as the No. 7 seeds gained momentum. Their aggressive strategy paid off as they closed out the match in commanding fashion.
What’s Next?
With this victory, Rohrabacher and Patriquin move into the quarterfinals, where they will face tougher competition. Their strong comeback shows they are capable of handling pressure situations.
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News in Brief: Rachel Rohrabacher and Hayden Patriquin
Rachel Rohrabacher and Hayden Patriquin secured a spot in the mixed doubles quarterfinals at the Proton Tucson Open with a 6-11, 11-7, 11-4 win over Alix Truong and Quang Duong. The No. 7 seeds overcame a slow start and finished the match on a 22-6 run to advance.