No. 3 seeds Jessie Irvine and Gabriel Tardio earned the bronze medal in the Mixed Doubles Pro Main Draw at the PPA Tour Pickleball Central Sacramento Vintage Open on September 28, 2025, in Sacramento, California. The pair advanced after No. 9 seeds Layne Sleeth and Riley Newman withdrew before the scheduled match.
Match Outcome
Jessie Irvine and Gabriel Tardio were set to face Layne Sleeth and Riley Newman in the bronze medal showdown. However, the withdrawal by Sleeth and Newman meant the third-seeded team automatically received the medal without playing the deciding match.
Event Context
The Sacramento Vintage Open is part of the PPA Tour and features top professional pickleball players from around the world. The mixed doubles draw included many strong teams, and Irvine and Tardio’s consistent play throughout the event positioned them for a podium finish.
Impact of the Withdrawal
The decision by Layne Sleeth and Riley Newman ended their run in the tournament and cleared the way for Jessie Irvine and Gabriel Tardio to claim third place. While fans missed a competitive bronze medal match, the result highlighted the unpredictable nature of tournament play.
Significance of the Result
This bronze medal adds to the successful season for Jessie Irvine and Gabriel Tardio, giving them another strong finish on the PPA Tour. Their performance keeps them among the top mixed doubles contenders heading into upcoming events.
News in Brief: Jessie Irvine and Gabriel Tardio
Jessie Irvine and Gabriel Tardio received the bronze medal at the PPA Tour Sacramento Vintage Open after Layne Sleeth and Riley Newman withdrew before their mixed doubles match. The third-seeded team advanced without playing, adding another podium finish to their strong season on the professional pickleball circuit.
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