Jack Sock and Eugenie Bouchard Struggle: Eugenie Bouchard and Jack Sock suffered a first-round exit at the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour event in Tucson. The former tennis stars lost in straight sets, 8-11, 5-11, to Lindsey Newman and Ivan Jakovljevic in the mixed doubles competition. Following the defeat, Bouchard reacted to a social media post by the PPA highlighting their loss.
Bouchard and Sock Struggle in Tucson
Bouchard, a former Wimbledon finalist, is balancing her professional careers in both pickleball and tennis. She last played a WTA 1000 event in Canada before returning to the pickleball scene. Sock, a former world-class doubles player in tennis, retired from the sport in 2023 and has since focused on professional pickleball.
The duo faced a tough challenge against Newman and Jakovljevic, ultimately falling in two sets. Their loss marks an early exit in Tucson, but both players remain prominent figures in the growing crossover between tennis and pickleball.
Bouchard’s Reaction to PPA Post
After the match, the PPA shared a video of the winning point on Instagram, celebrating Newman and Jakovljevic’s victory. The caption read:
“Tough start to the day for former tennis stars @jack.sock & @geniebouchard… Big win for @ivanjakovljevic.pb & @lindseynewman27 in Tucson.”
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Bouchard reposted the clip on her Instagram Story with a brief response: “PPA posting us losing.” Her reaction caught the attention of fans, with some sympathizing with her frustration and others noting that such highlights are common in sports coverage.
What’s Next for Bouchard and Sock?
Despite the loss, Bouchard and Sock remain key figures in pickleball’s growing popularity. Their performances on the PPA Tour will continue to be closely followed as they adapt to the fast-paced nature of the sport. Bouchard, in particular, is navigating the challenge of competing in both tennis and pickleball, while Sock is focused solely on his new career.
As more tennis players transition into pickleball, their presence adds excitement and visibility to the sport. Fans will be eager to see how they respond in future tournaments.
News in Brief: Jack Sock and Eugenie Bouchard Struggle
Eugenie Bouchard and Jack Sock lost in the first round of mixed doubles at the PPA Tucson event. The PPA posted a highlight of their defeat, prompting Bouchard to react with “PPA posting us losing.” Despite the setback, both players remain high-profile names in the growing pickleball scene.
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