The 2025 Veolia Cape Coral Open continues to bring top-tier pickleball action to the Lake Kennedy Racquet Center in Cape Coral, Florida, as elite senior players battle for the Men’s Doubles Senior Open title. In a commanding semi-final performance, Steve Deakin and Altaf Merchant secured a straight-game victory over Pablo Copetti and Mario Porcelli, 11-3, 11-5, earning their place in the championship match.
Deakin and Merchant Dominate Semi-Finals
The Canadian-American duo controlled the match from the outset, using precise shot placement, aggressive net play, and strong defensive resets to dictate the pace. Copetti and Porcelli fought to gain momentum but struggled to counter the relentless attacks and tactical play of Deakin and Merchant.
With quick hands at the kitchen line and well-executed drives, Deakin and Merchant overpowered their opponents, closing out both games convincingly.
Eyes on the Championship
With this semi-final victory, Deakin and Merchant now advance to the Men’s Doubles Senior Open final, where they will compete for the 2025 Veolia Cape Coral Open title. Their dominant performance solidifies them as favorites heading into the championship match.
News in Brief: Steve Deakin and Altaf Merchant
At the Veolia Cape Coral Open 2025, Steve Deakin and Altaf Merchant advanced to the Men’s Doubles Senior Open final with a dominant 11-3, 11-5 semi-final victory over Pablo Copetti and Mario Porcelli. The duo now looks to capture gold in the championship match.
