Federico Staksrud and Hayden Patriquin will compete for gold in the men’s doubles final at the Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open. The No. 1 seeds will take on No. 2 seeds Andrei Daescu and Christian Alshon on Championship Sunday.
Staksrud and Patriquin dominated their semifinal match, defeating No. 4 seeds JW Johnson and CJ Klinger in straight games, 11-5, 11-3. Their strong chemistry and preparation played a key role in their success.
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Semifinal Performance
The top-seeded duo entered the match with a clear strategy. Staksrud and Patriquin controlled the pace early, using powerful shots and strong teamwork to limit their opponents’ opportunities. Their commanding victory secured their spot in the final.
“I love playing with Fede. I think we have the best chemistry on tour,”. “We got here extra early. We talked about it. We knew what we wanted to do, and we executed well.”(Hayden Patriquin)
Road to the Final
Staksrud and Patriquin have been in strong form throughout the tournament. Their most recent podium finish together came in January, where they claimed silver at the Masters. In that event, they lost to Ben and Collin Johns in what was the Johns brothers’ final match as a team.
On the other side of the net, Daescu and Alshon have also showcased impressive play. As the No. 2 seeds, they have proven their ability to challenge top opponents, making the final a highly anticipated showdown.
What’s at Stake
A win for Staksrud and Patriquin would mark a major milestone in their partnership. For Daescu and Alshon, capturing gold would further solidify their status among the elite in men’s doubles.
With both teams in top form, fans can expect an intense battle for the title.
News in Brief: Federico Staksrud and Hayden Patriquin
Federico Staksrud and Hayden Patriquin will face Andrei Daescu and Christian Alshon for gold at the Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open. The No. 1 seeds advanced with a dominant semifinal win over JW Johnson and CJ Klinger. Championship Sunday promises an exciting showdown between two top-ranked teams.
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