Anna Bright And Hayden Patriquin Stun Rivals: No. 5 seeds Anna Bright and Hayden Patriquin secured a thrilling three-game victory over No. 4 seeds Catherine Parenteau and Federico Staksrud in the mixed doubles quarterfinals at the PPA Tour: Select Medical Orange County Cup 2025, winning 11-3, 10-12, 11-7 on Court GS. With this win, Bright and Patriquin have punched their ticket to Semifinal Saturday, where they will face the tournament’s top-seeded pair, Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns.
Dominant Start, Mid-Match Pressure, Strong Finish
Bright and Patriquin came out strong in the opening game, dominating the court with precise ball placement and aggressive net play to claim a quick 11-3 win. In Game 2, Parenteau and Staksrud battled back, holding off match points to steal the game 12-10, forcing a decider. But Bright and Patriquin didn’t lose momentum. Their powerful shot-making and confident teamwork carried them through a tight third game, which they closed out 11-7 to seal the upset.
A Blockbuster Semifinal Awaits
With this victory, Anna Bright and Hayden Patriquin will take on the formidable No. 1 seeds Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns, widely regarded as the top mixed doubles team in professional pickleball. Waters and Johns have breezed through the early rounds, combining power, control, and experience. The semifinal matchup is expected to be one of the most anticipated clashes of the tournament, offering a mix of youthful intensity and elite talent.
Bright and Patriquin Eye Title Run
The chemistry between Bright and Patriquin continues to build as they progress deeper into the draw. Their ability to regroup after a second-game stumble and handle high-pressure points has made them a fan-favorite pairing. Facing Waters and Johns will be their toughest test yet, but their confidence is on the rise heading into Semifinal Saturday.
News in Brief: Anna Bright And Hayden Patriquin Stun Rivals
Anna Bright and Hayden Patriquin defeated Catherine Parenteau and Federico Staksrud 11-3, 10-12, 11-7 in the mixed doubles quarterfinals at the PPA Tour: Select Medical Orange County Cup 2025. With the win, they move into the semifinals in San Clemente, California, where they will face No. 1 seeds Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns in a high-stakes showdown.
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