Genie Erokhina and Rafa Hewett pulled off a major upset in the mixed doubles bracket at the CIBC Texas Open, defeating No. 5 seeds Rachel Rohrabacher and Dekel Bar. The No. 28 seeds secured a hard-fought 7-11, 11-6, 12-10 victory at Courts of McKinney in McKinney, Texas.
Comeback Victory Secures Spot in Round of 16
Rohrabacher and Bar took the first game 11-7, but Erokhina and Hewett responded with a dominant 11-6 second game. The deciding game was tightly contested, with both teams battling to the end. Erokhina and Hewett held their nerve to edge out a 12-10 win, sealing their place in the next round.
Next Challenge: Jansen and Newman
With this victory, Erokhina and Hewett advance to the Round of 16, where they will face No. 12 seeds Lea Jansen and Riley Newman. Jansen and Newman bring a formidable combination of power and precision, setting up another tough test for the underdog duo.
Tournament Drama Builds
The Texas Open continues to deliver exciting matchups and unexpected results. As lower-seeded teams prove their strength, the competition remains intense, with every match carrying the potential for another upset.
News in Brief: Genie Erokhina and Rafa Hewett
Genie Erokhina and Rafa Hewett upset No. 5 seeds Rachel Rohrabacher and Dekel Bar 7-11, 11-6, 12-10 at the CIBC Texas Open. The No. 28 seeds move on to face No. 12 seeds Lea Jansen and Riley Newman in the Round of 16, aiming for another surprising victory.
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