Ting Chieh Wei and Yufei Long Upset Top Seeds: Ting Chieh Wei and Yufei Long pulled off a major win on Wednesday at the PPA Tour’s Select Medical Orange County Cup. They defeated the higher-seeded team of Lacy Schneemann and Jorja Johnson in three games: 12-10, 8-11, 11-5 at Life Time Rancho San Clemente.
A Tight Start and Strong Finish
The match began with a close first game. Ting Chieh Wei and Yufei Long edged out a 12-10 win by staying calm in big points. In the second game, Lacy Schneemann and Jorja Johnson bounced back with stronger net play, winning 11-8 to tie the match.
In the deciding game, Ting Chieh Wei and Yufei Long took control early. They jumped to a quick lead and maintained their momentum, finishing the game 11-5 to seal the match.
Momentum and Strategy Pay Off
Ting Chieh Wei and Yufei Long used smart placement and quick footwork to keep the pressure on. Their teamwork and fast reactions helped them manage the pace, even when facing tough shots from their opponents.
Lacy Schneemann and Jorja Johnson, known for their strong doubles play, struggled to stop the momentum shift in the final game.
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Moving to the Next Round
With this win, Ting Chieh Wei and Yufei Long have advanced to the Round of 16 in the women’s doubles pro main draw. Their win over a well-known team shows they are a serious threat in the tournament.
The pair will now prepare for the next round, where the competition will only get tougher. Their recent performance shows they have the skill and focus to keep pushing forward.
News in Brief: Ting Chieh Wei and Yufei Long Upset Top Seeds
Ting Chieh Wei and Yufei Long defeated Lacy Schneemann and Jorja Johnson 12-10, 8-11, 11-5 in the Round of 32 at the Select Medical Orange County Cup on Wednesday. The match was held at Life Time Rancho San Clemente. The win sends Wei and Long into the women’s doubles Round of 16.
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