Riley Newman and Matt Wright: Men’s and Women’s Doubles Day at the Proton Tucson Open brings high-level competition to the Tucson Racquet and Fitness Club. With action set to begin at 1 p.m. ET, PickleballTV will provide broadcast coverage as top teams battle in the men’s doubles quarterfinals.
Newman and Wright Secure Final Quarterfinal Spot
Riley Newman and Matt Wright claimed the last spot in the men’s doubles quarterfinals with a hard-fought 2-11, 11-4, 11-9 victory over No. 11 seeds Julian Arnold and Hunter Johnson. After dropping the first game, Newman and Wright found their rhythm and completed the comeback to move forward in the tournament.
They now face a tough challenge against top seeds Ben Johns and Hayden Patriquin, with a place in the semifinals on the line.
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Background and Expectations
The Proton Tucson Open is a key stop on the professional pickleball circuit, attracting elite talent. Newman and Wright’s victory sets them up for a highly anticipated clash with the top-seeded duo, known for their consistency and aggressive play.
Meanwhile, other quarterfinal matchups include:
- Christian Alshon/Andrei Daescu vs. Connor Garnett/Tyler Loong
- JW Johnson/Gabe Tardio vs. Dekel Bar/Zane Navratil
- Rafa Hewett/Noe Khlif vs. Pat Smith/Jay Devilliers
What’s at Stake and What’s Next
With a spot in the semifinals on the line, the competition is expected to be fierce. Winners will move one step closer to the championship, while the losing teams will see their tournament runs come to an end. The tournament continues throughout the weekend, with championship matches set for Sunday.
News in Brief: Riley Newman and Matt Wright
Riley Newman and Matt Wright secured a quarterfinal spot at the Proton Tucson Open with a 2-11, 11-4, 11-9 win over Julian Arnold and Hunter Johnson. They now face top seeds Ben Johns and Hayden Patriquin for a semifinal berth. Broadcast coverage begins at 1 p.m. ET on PickleballTV.
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