Etta Wright and Meghan Dizon Comeback: In a thrilling Round of 16 match, Etta Wright and Meghan Dizon, the No. 3 seeds, secured their spot in the women’s doubles quarterfinals with a dramatic 4-11, 11-6, 11-9 victory over No. 13 seeds Alix Truong and Mari Humberg. The match showcased Wright and Dizon’s resilience and tenacity as they battled back from a tough start.
Challenging Path to Victory
Wright and Dizon faced a challenging opening, dropping the first game and trailing 0-4 in the second game. However, they rallied to win 11 of the next 13 points, leveling the match.
In the decider, they took an early 6-2 lead and managed to hold on to secure the win despite a late push from their opponents. The match was a testament to their ability to adapt and perform under pressure.
Quarterfinals Await
Wright and Dizon’s victory sets up a quarterfinal clash with Lacy Schneemann and Jackie Kawamoto. The match will be a test of their form and strategy as they look to advance further in the tournament.
News in Brief: Etta Wright and Meghan Dizon Comeback
Etta Wright and Meghan Dizon, the No. 3 seeds, came from behind to defeat No. 13 seeds Alix Truong and Mari Humberg 4-11, 11-6, 11-9 in the women’s doubles Round of 16 at the CIBC Atlanta Slam. Despite being down a game and trailing early, Wright and Dizon rallied to secure their place in the quarterfinals. They will face Lacy Schneemann and Jackie Kawamoto in their next match.
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