Ben Johns and Anna Bright Dominance: Ben Johns and Anna Bright claimed the Mixed Doubles gold medal at the Panas Malaysia Cup 2025 on Sunday, September 28, in Shah Alam, Malaysia. The American duo dominated Christian Alshon and Kaitlyn Christian 2-0 (11-2, 11-3) in a one-sided final to close Championship Sunday in commanding style.
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Power Start Sets the Tone
The match was billed as a showdown of top talent, but Ben Johns and Anna Bright quickly seized control. They opened the first game with an 8-0 run, overwhelming Christian Alshon and Kaitlyn Christian with sharp serves and precise shotmaking. Their aggressive play left the second-seeded team struggling to find a rhythm, and the first game ended 11-2 in a flash.
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More of the Same in Game Two
The second game followed the same pattern. Johns and Bright jumped ahead 6-2 and never allowed their opponents to recover. Their steady volleys and fast net play kept Christian and Alshon on the defensive, closing out the match 11-3 to secure the gold medal in just two games.
Bronze Medal Battle
In the fight for third place, siblings Alix Truong and Jonathan Truong battled back from a rough start to defeat Sahra Dennehy and Santosh Narayanan 2-1 (2-11, 11-5, 11-3). The Truong pair’s comeback earned them the bronze medal and a strong finish to their tournament run.
Significance of the Victory
This win highlighted the dominance of Ben Johns and Anna Bright, whose chemistry and precise play left no room for an upset. Their commanding performance capped a thrilling Panas Malaysia Cup 2025, reminding fans why they remain among the most feared teams in professional pickleball.
News in Brief: Ben Johns and Anna Bright Dominance
Ben Johns and Anna Bright captured Mixed Doubles gold at the Panas Malaysia Cup 2025 in Shah Alam, defeating Christian Alshon and Kaitlyn Christian 2-0 (11-2, 11-3). Alix Truong and Jonathan Truong earned the bronze medal with a 2-1 comeback win over Sahra Dennehy and Santosh Narayanan in the third-place match.