PPA Women’s Doubles Rankings Post Las Vegas: Following the thrilling action at the 2024 PPA Las Vegas Pickleball Cup, the women’s pro doubles rankings have seen some notable developments. Held at the Fontainebleu casino, this prestigious event showed exceptional pickleball and provided significant points that have reshaped the rankings. Here’s a detailed look at how the recent tournament has impacted the standings.
Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau Leading
Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau, who have been a dominant force in the women’s pro doubles, further solidified their top positions after their victory at the Las Vegas Cup. Both players are now tied for first place with 20,800 points and 15,800 race points each.
Waters’ remarkable performance, securing her 30th professional Triple Crown, including 28 titles on the PPA tour and two at USAP Nationals, shows her continued supremacy in the sport.
Anna Bright and Rachel Rohrabacher: Rising Stars
Anna Bright and Rachel Rohrabacher remain strong contenders, holding third and fourth positions with 13,200 and 11,250 points, respectively. Bright, with 12,050 race points, and Rohrabacher, with 10,550 race points, have showed their talent and competitiveness throughout the season. Their performances continue to keep them among the elite players in women’s pro doubles.
Meghan Dizon and Marietta Wright: Consistent Competitors
Meghan Dizon and Marietta Wright, who have been steady performers, are positioned fifth and sixth with 9,650 and 9,550 points, respectively. Both players have maintained their high standings through consistent results, though recent tournaments have highlighted the growing competition around them.
Callie Smith and Lucy Kovalova: Key Contenders
Callie Smith and Lucy Kovalova, ranked seventh and eighth, respectively, bring a significant international presence to the rankings. Smith, with 9,350 points and 6,700 race points, and Kovalova, with 8,400 points and 5,750 race points, continue to be formidable opponents in the women’s doubles circuit. Kovalova’s recent performance at the Las Vegas Cup has reaffirmed her competitive edge.
Tyra Hurricane Black and Jade Kawamoto: Shifting Dynamics
Tyra Hurricane Black and Jade Kawamoto, who have shown impressive performances, are now positioned ninth and tenth. Black’s recent advancement to the final, despite being ranked tenth, shows her rising status.
Kawamoto, ranked tenth, with 6,850 points and 3,850 race points, remains a strong player, though she faces increasing competition from emerging talents.
Rankings Impact
The PPA Las Vegas Pickleball Cup has significantly influenced the women’s pro doubles rankings. The tournament’s results have emphasized the dominance of Waters and Parenteau while also highlighting key performances and upsets.
The notable early-round upsets, including the surprising exit of #3 seeds Meghan Dizon & Etta Wright, have reshaped the standings and showed the unpredictable nature of the sport.
Rank | Race | Player | Country | Points | Race Points |
1 | 1 | Anna Leigh Waters | USA | 20800 | 15800 |
1 | 1 | Catherine Parenteau | CAN | 20800 | 15800 |
3 | 3 | Anna Bright | USA | 13200 | 12050 |
4 | 4 | Rachel Rohrabacher | USA | 11250 | 10550 |
5 | 5 | Meghan Dizon | USA | 9650 | 7950 |
6 | 5 | Marietta Wright | USA | 9550 | 7950 |
7 | 7 | Callie Smith | USA | 9350 | 6700 |
8 | 11 | Lucy Kovalova | SVK | 8400 | 5750 |
9 | 8 | Tyra Hurricane Black | USA | 7150 | 6550 |
10 | 16 | Jade Kawamoto | USA | 6850 | 3850 |
11 | 9 | Tina Pisnik | SVN | 6400 | 6200 |
12 | 10 | Jorja Johnson | USA | 6350 | 5950 |
13 | 14 | Lacy Schneemann | USA | 6000 | 5000 |
14 | 13 | Lea Jansen | USA | 5750 | 5050 |
15 | 17 | Allyce Jones | USA | 5375 | 3775 |
16 | 15 | Vivienne David | USA | 5300 | 4500 |
17 | 12 | Parris Todd | USA | 5150 | 5150 |
18 | 20 | Jackie Kawamoto | USA | 5050 | 3050 |
19 | 18 | Jessie Irvine | USA | 4950 | 3550 |
20 | 21 | Andrea Koop | USA | 4200 | 3000 |
News in Brief: PPA Women’s Doubles Rankings Post Las Vegas
Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau continue their dominance at the top of the women’s pro doubles rankings following their win at the 2024 PPA Las Vegas Pickleball Cup.
With 20,800 points each, they are closely followed by Anna Bright and Rachel Rohrabacher. The recent tournament has highlighted key performances and reshuffled the rankings, showing the dynamic nature of women’s doubles pickleball.
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