Maria Klokotzky Stuns Top Seed Genie Bouchard: Maria Klokotzky secured a place in the women’s singles Round of 32 at the 2025 Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships with a convincing 11-2, 11-6 win over No. 11 seed Genie Bouchard. The victory came after Klokotzky advanced through Monday’s qualifying rounds.
Maria Klokotzky’s Impressive Victory
Maria Klokotzky, ranked No. 55, faced Genie Bouchard, the No. 11 seed, in the first round of women’s singles. Klokotzky dominated the match, winning 11-2, 11-6, and securing her spot in the Round of 32. Though she entered the tournament through the qualifying rounds, Klokotzky is no stranger to high-level competition.
Klokotzky’s Past Successes
Klokotzky has previously made an impact on the PPA Tour. At the Virginia Beach Cup in October 2024, she defeated Alix Truong and took Kate Fahey to three games.
In November, she and Etienne Blaszkewycz teamed up to beat Callie Smith and Jack Sock at the World Championships. These accomplishments show her potential and readiness for more big wins. Klokotzky will next face No. 44 seed Felicity Di Laura on Wednesday.
News in Brief: Maria Klokotzky Stuns Top Seed Genie Bouchard
Maria Klokotzky, ranked No. 55, defeated No. 11 seed Genie Bouchard 11-2, 11-6 at the 2025 Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships. Klokotzky advances to the Round of 32, where she will play No. 44 seed Felicity Di Laura. Klokotzky has earned recognition for past successes on the PPA Tour.
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