Kaitlyn Christian and Christa Gecheva Shock the Field: The women’s doubles semifinal lineup at the Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open is almost complete, with three of four semifinalists already locked in. The final spot will be determined when #1 seeds Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau take on #6 seeds Jade Kawamoto and Vivienne David in their quarterfinal match.
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Christian and Gecheva Continue Cinderella Run
The biggest surprise of the day came from #15 seeds Kaitlyn Christian and Christa Gecheva, who followed up their round of 16 upset with another stunning win in the quarterfinals. They defeated #9 seeds Maggie Brascia and Mary Brascia 11-9, 11-8, securing a semifinal spot against the winner of Waters/Parenteau vs. Kawamoto/David.
Todd and Rohrabacher Set for Semifinal Battle Against Jones and Tuionetoa
The other semifinal matchup is already confirmed. #2 seeds Parris Todd and Rachel Rohrabacher will take on #4 seeds Allyce Jones and Etta Tuionetoa in what promises to be a high-intensity battle.
With Allyce Jones and Etta Tuionetoa hailing from Utah, the local crowd will be firmly behind them as they fight for a spot in Championship Sunday.
News in Brief: Kaitlyn Christian and Christa Gecheva Shock the Field
The women’s doubles semifinals at the Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open are nearly set. Kaitlyn Christian and Christa Gecheva continued their Cinderella run, reaching the semis after beating Maggie Brascia and Mary Brascia 11-9, 11-8.
Parris Todd and Rachel Rohrabacher will face Utah locals Allyce Jones and Etta Tuionetoa in the other semifinal. The final semifinalist will be determined when Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau face Jade Kawamoto and Vivienne David.
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