Jessie Irvine and Jade Kawamoto staged a thrilling comeback to defeat Alix Truong and Vivienne David in the Proton Tucson Open women’s doubles round of 16. The No. 8 seeds fought back from a slow start to secure a 9-11, 11-8, 11-4 win at the Tucson Racquet and Fitness Club.
A Dramatic Turnaround
After dropping the first game, Irvine and Kawamoto trailed 3-8 in the second, seemingly on the verge of elimination. However, they responded with an 8-0 run, seizing momentum and closing out the game 11-8. Their confidence carried over into the third, where they dominated 11-4 to clinch victory.
Their win sets up a high-stakes quarterfinal clash against No. 1 seeds Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau.
Tough Challenge Ahead
Waters and Parenteau, one of the sport’s most dominant duos, will provide a significant test for Irvine and Kawamoto. However, the No. 8 seeds have shown resilience and the ability to perform under pressure, making them a dangerous opponent.
With the Tucson Open heating up, all eyes will be on this quarterfinal showdown as Irvine and Kawamoto aim to pull off another upset.
News in Brief: Jessie Irvine and Jade Kawamoto
Jessie Irvine and Jade Kawamoto overcame a tough start to defeat Alix Truong and Vivienne David at the Proton Tucson Open. Their comeback win sends them to the quarterfinals, where they will face top-seeded Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau in a highly anticipated matchup.
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