Anna Leigh Waters Cruises to PPA Quarterfinals: In the Round of 16 at The Las Vegas Pickleball Cup, World No. 1 Anna Leigh Waters delivered an authoritative performance against No. 13 Jorja Johnson. Waters, maintaining her top ranking, won decisively with scores of 11-4 and 11-7.
Her dominance on the court was clear, as she executed each shot with remarkable precision and control. This victory shows her formidable presence in the sport and her readiness for the challenges ahead.
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Anticipating the Quarterfinals: Lina Padegimaite Up Next
With this win, Waters advances to the PPA quarterfinals, where she will face No. 10 Lina Padegimaite. At only 17 years old, Waters is on a quest to capture her eighth singles title of the season, a testament to her exceptional skill and consistency.
This match also marks Waters’ return to singles competition on the PPA Tour, having last competed in this format at the Select Medical Orange County Cup in late June, where she clinched a gold medal. Her return to form will be keenly watched as she aims to further solidify her dominance in the sport.
News in Brief: Anna Leigh Waters Cruises to PPA Quarterfinals
Anna Leigh Waters, the World No. 1, cruised into the quarterfinals of The Las Vegas Pickleball Cup with a commanding 11-4 and 11-7 victory over No. 13 Jorja Johnson.
Waters, seeking her eighth singles title of the season, will next take on No. 10 Lina Padegimaite. This match marks Waters’ return to singles play on the PPA Tour since her gold medal win at the Select Medical Orange County Cup in late June.
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