Parris Todd and Dekel Bar Win First Mixed Doubles Title: Parris Todd and Dekel Bar secured their first PPA Tour mixed doubles title in a dramatic five-game battle at the Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open. The duo defeated Catherine Parenteau and Christian Alshon 11-9, 12-14, 6-11, 11-7, 11-8 in a match lasting over two and a half hours.
Their victory capped an unexpected journey, as Todd and Bar decided to partner just an hour before the registration deadline. After narrowly escaping elimination in their first-round match against Mya Bui and Eric Oncins, they found their rhythm and ultimately emerged as champions in St. George, Utah.
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A Grueling Championship Battle
The final match was a test of endurance and skill. Todd and Bar took the opening game before dropping the next two, with Todd requiring a medical timeout for blisters on her feet. Parenteau and Alshon capitalized on the break, dominating Game 3 to move within one game of the title.
However, Todd and Bar mounted a strong comeback. Todd aggressively attacked off Bar’s third-shot drives, while Bar used his reach to execute crucial erne shots at the kitchen line. Their teamwork proved decisive as they secured the final two games and clinched the title.
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A Successful Weekend for Todd
Todd’s victory in mixed doubles was part of a standout tournament for her. She finished the event with three medals: gold in mixed doubles, silver in singles, and bronze in women’s doubles with Rachel Rohrabacher. This marked the first time she medaled in all three events at a single tournament.
For Bar, the win was especially meaningful as it ended a long wait for a PPA Tour gold medal. His last PPA Tour title came in 2021, and he had fallen short in his previous eight final appearances.
“I think I had lost my last eight finals, so it was definitely a little bit in my head. I needed Parris to push me through, as well as this amazing crowd and our amazing bench.” – (bar)
What’s Next?
With this breakthrough victory, Todd and Bar could become a strong mixed doubles team if they continue playing together. Their ability to adapt under pressure and overcome adversity suggests they may have more titles ahead. Meanwhile, Parenteau and Alshon, despite falling short, showed their strength as a duo and remain strong contenders in future events.
News in Brief: Parris Todd and Dekel Bar Win First Mixed Doubles Title
Parris Todd and Dekel Bar won their first PPA Tour mixed doubles title at the Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open, defeating Catherine Parenteau and Christian Alshon in five games. The thrilling match lasted over two and a half hours, with Todd and Bar overcoming early struggles to claim victory.
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