Top Surprises from PPA Bristol: This week’s pickleball action was full of surprises, with several unexpected results shaking up the standings.
From underdog victories in men’s and women’s doubles to standout performances in singles and mixed doubles, the tournament showed thrilling upsets and rising stars in PPA across the board.
5. Scarpa and Dow Stun McGuffin and Martinez Vich
In a shocking Round of 16 clash, the 24th-seeded duo of Anderson Scarpa and Greg Dow dismantled the 3rd-seeded team of Tyson McGuffin and Jaume Martinez Vich with a commanding score of 11-2 and 11-4. Dow’s perfected cup dink technique proved to be a game-changer, as he and Scarpa took down one of the highest-rated men’s teams in the world. The most surprising element of this match was the lopsided scoreline that defied expectations.
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4. Castillo and Radzikowska Overcome Schneemann and Kawamoto
In another Round of 16 upset, 14th-seeded Judit Castillo and Ewa Radzikowska defeated the 3rd-seeded pair of Lacy Schneemann and Jade Kawamoto with scores of 11-9 and 11-6. Castillo and Radzikowska, who typically compete at the Challenger level, outplayed Schneemann and Kawamoto, who had just secured a silver medal in Kansas City the previous week. Despite their valiant effort, Castillo and Radzikowska eventually fell short in the bronze medal match, losing 8-11, 11-7, and 9-11 to Jorja Johnson and Vivian Glozman.
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3. Zoey Yi Wang’s Remarkable Run
Zoey Yi Wang made a statement in women’s singles with two significant upsets:
- Round of 16: Defeated the 3rd-seeded Lea Jansen, 1-11, 11-4, and 11-7.
- Round of 32: Overcame the 8th-seeded Judit Castillo, 11-7, 3-11, and 11-6.
Wang’s performance showed her rising status on the PPA Tour. Her victories over Castillo—her Night Owls teammate—and Jansen, a formidable opponent, showed her readiness to compete at the highest levels.
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2. Kawamoto and Martinez Vich Edge Out Jorja and JW Johnson
In a nail-biting mixed doubles match, the 14th-seeded duo of Jackie Kawamoto and Jaume Martinez Vich narrowly defeated the 3rd-seeded team of Jorja and JW Johnson with a scoreline of 10-12, 12-10, and 11-9. The match’s closeness showed the high stakes, with Jaume Martinez Vich showing remarkable improvement in mixed doubles, complementing his established singles skills.
1. Loyd and Todd Fought Upset Frazier and JW Johnson
In the standout upset of the week, the 16th-seeded team of Michael Loyd and Todd Fought took down the top-seeded pair of Dylan Frazier and JW Johnson with scores of 11-6, 1-11, and 11-9. Loyd and Fought’s chemistry on the court was evident, their games blending seamlessly.
News in Brief: Top Surprises from PPA Bristol
In a dramatic week of pickleball, Anderson Scarpa and Greg Dow upset Tyson McGuffin and Jaume Martinez Vich 11-2 and 11-4 in men’s doubles. Judit Castillo and Ewa Radzikowska surprised Lacy Schneemann and Jade Kawamoto with an 11-9 and 11-6 victory in women’s doubles.
Zoey Yi Wang notched notable wins over Lea Jansen and Judit Castillo in women’s singles. Jackie Kawamoto and Jaume Martinez Vich edged out Jorja and JW Johnson in mixed doubles, 10-12, 12-10, and 11-9. The week’s biggest shock came when Michael Loyd and Todd Fought defeated top-seeded Dylan Frazier and JW Johnson in men’s doubles.
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