Milan Rane and Connor Garnett advanced to the mixed doubles quarterfinals at the Veolia Bristol Open after a hard-fought three-game victory on Thursday. The pair defeated Mohaned Alhouni and Genie Erokhina 12-14, 11-9, 11-2 in the Round of 16 to continue their run in the PPA Tour event.
Comeback After a Tough Start
Milan Rane and Connor Garnett dropped the opening game 12-14 in a close battle. They responded in the second game with improved shot selection and better court control, edging out an 11-9 win to level the match.
Strong Finish Seals the Win
In the deciding game, Rane and Garnett took full command. They limited errors, applied pressure at the net, and closed out the match 11-2. Their dominant finish left Mohaned Alhouni and Genie Erokhina with little opportunity to recover.
The victory puts Milan Rane and Connor Garnett into the quarterfinals, where tougher competition awaits. Their ability to bounce back from a first-game loss could be an important factor as the tournament progresses.
News in Brief: Milan Rane and Connor Garnett
Milan Rane and Connor Garnett beat Mohaned Alhouni and Genie Erokhina 12-14, 11-9, 11-2 in the mixed doubles Round of 16 at the Veolia Bristol Open. The win sends them to the quarterfinals after a strong comeback performance.
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