James Ignatowich and Augustus Ge advanced to the men’s doubles final at the PPA Tour Pickleball Central Sacramento Vintage Open on September 27, 2025, in Sacramento, California. The duo defeated No. 6 seeds Riley Newman and Jay Devilliers in straight games, winning 11–8 and 11–4 to move within one victory of the gold medal.
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Ignatowich and Ge Dominate Semifinal
Ignatowich and Ge controlled the match with aggressive play and sharp volleys. They took the first game 11–8 by forcing quick exchanges at the net and limiting errors. In the second game, their confidence grew as they raced to an 11–4 win, shutting down the experienced team of Newman and Devilliers, who had eliminated No. 3 seeds Noe Khlif and Gabe Tardio in the previous round.
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Ignatowich Finds Form with New Paddle
James Ignatowich credited his surprise success to quick adjustments with a wooden paddle despite limited preparation.
“I only practiced one time with a wooden paddle before this tournament, and I lost every game, so I didn’t have high hopes. But luckily, it somehow fits my game.”(James Ignatowich)
Building Chemistry
This tournament is only the second time James Ignatowich and Augustus Ge have teamed up. Their strong showing highlights how quickly their partnership has developed and how their aggressive style complements each other’s strengths.
Path to the Final
With this win, James Ignatowich and Augustus Ge will play for the Sacramento Vintage Open title and a chance to claim a PPA Tour gold medal. Their performance signals a new threat in men’s doubles as their partnership continues to grow.
News in Brief: James Ignatowich and Augustus Ge
James Ignatowich and Augustus Ge beat Riley Newman and Jay Devilliers 11–8, 11–4 in the PPA Sacramento semifinals. Despite limited practice with a wooden paddle, Ignatowich starred in the win. The pair now move on to the men’s doubles final, chasing their first PPA Tour gold medal as a team.
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