Anna Leigh Waters vs Lea Jansen: Anna Leigh Waters and Lea Jansen are set to face off in the women’s singles semifinals at the Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open. Both players secured straight-game victories on Wednesday at Little Valley Sports Complex in St. George, Utah, to set up their third consecutive late-round showdown.
Dominant Quarterfinal Performances
Waters, the tournament favorite, cruised past No. 25 seed Cailyn Campbell with a commanding 11-2, 11-2 win. Jansen also made quick work of her opponent, defeating No. 18 seed Jalina Ingram 11-7, 11-3 to advance.
A Growing Rivalry
This marks the third tournament in a row where Waters and Jansen will meet in the later stages. Waters previously won in the Cape Coral final and the Texas semifinal, both in straight games.
A Chance for Jansen to Break Through
Jansen will look to change the outcome when they meet again on Saturday with a spot in the championship match on the line. Waters, however, remains the player to beat, continuing her formidable run in women’s singles.
News in Brief: Anna Leigh Waters vs Lea Jansen
Anna Leigh Waters and Lea Jansen advanced to the women’s singles semifinals at the Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open. Waters defeated Cailyn Campbell 11-2, 11-2, while Jansen beat Jalina Ingram 11-7, 11-3. They will meet for the third straight tournament on Saturday with a finals berth at stake.
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