Federico Staksrud battles past Noe Khlif in a dramatic 9-11, 12-10, 13-11 victory at the CIBC Texas Open at Courts of McKinney in McKinney, Texas. Staksrud fought back from a 2-7 deficit in the final game, saving two match points to advance to the quarterfinals.
A Comeback for the Ages
The match captivated fans on Showcase Court 1, with both players delivering an exhilarating battle. Staksrud dropped the first game 9-11 but edged out a tight second set 12-10. The top seed then staged a thrilling comeback, overcoming a five-point deficit to claim the deciding game 13-11.
Aiming for a Singles Title
With the hard-fought win, Staksrud moves closer to his first singles title since the Masters. He now faces No. 5 seed Quang Duong in the quarterfinals, continuing his pursuit of a championship victory at the Texas Open.
News in Brief: Federico Staksrud Battles Past Noe Khlif
Federico Staksrud defeated Noe Khlif 9-11, 12-10, 13-11 in a thrilling match at the CIBC Texas Open in McKinney, Texas. After a dramatic comeback in the final game, Staksrud advanced to the quarterfinals, where he will face No. 5 seed Quang Duong in pursuit of his first title since the Masters.
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