Ewa Radzikowska and Martin Emmrich Upset Top Seeds: Ewa Radzikowska and Martin Emmrich delivered a major upset in the mixed doubles draw at the Carvana Mesa Cup presented by Proton on Wednesday, defeating No. 10 seeds Etta Tuionetoa and Pablo Tellez. The No. 43-seeded duo secured a hard-fought 11-3, 11-13, 11-9 victory at Arizona Athletic Grounds.
Underdogs Prevail in Tight Battle
Radzikowska and Emmrich set the tone early, dominating the first game with an 11-3 win. However, Tuionetoa and Tellez responded in the second, edging out a 13-11 victory to force a deciding game. The final game was a back-and-forth affair, with Radzikowska and Emmrich eventually sealing the win on their sixth match point.
Significant Victory for the No. 43 Seeds
The win marks one of the biggest upsets of the day by seed, as Radzikowska and Emmrich, ranked 43rd in Mesa, eliminated a top-10 mixed doubles pairing. Their ability to close out the match in a tense final stretch highlights their composure under pressure.
Looking Ahead
With this victory, Radzikowska and Emmrich advance to the Round of 16, where they will face another formidable opponent. The unexpected result adds excitement to the tournament, proving that lower-seeded mixed doubles teams can make deep runs.
News in Brief: Ewa Radzikowska and Martin Emmrich Upset Top Seeds
Ewa Radzikowska and Martin Emmrich upset No. 10 seeds Etta Tuionetoa and Pablo Tellez in the mixed doubles Round of 32 at the Carvana Mesa Cup on Wednesday. The No. 43 seeds won 11-3, 11-13, 11-9, clinching the match on their sixth match point. They now advance to the Round of 16.
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