Johns Brothers’ PPA Comeback: The quarterfinals of the PPA Atlanta Slam showed a dramatic comeback by the Johns brothers, Ben and Collin. After a surprising loss to Andrei Daescu and Gabe Tardio in the first game, the No. 2 seeds faced a challenging start. Daescu and Tardio, ranked as the No. 6 seeds, took the opening game 11-5, creating an early sense of uncertainty for the Johns duo.
Johns Brothers Overcome Adversity
Despite the rocky start, the Johns brothers showed resilience and tactical adjustment. They rebounded with a commanding performance in the subsequent games, winning 11-6 and 11-3. Ben Johns, who had been managing an ankle injury since Wednesday, appeared to regain his form as the match progressed, contributing significantly to their turnaround.
Looking Ahead
With their victory, the Johns brothers secured their place in the men’s doubles semifinals. The upcoming match against Christian Alshon and Riley Newman promises to be a formidable challenge. The brothers will carry the confidence gained from their strong finish into their next bout, aiming to continue their impressive run in the tournament.
News in Brief: Johns Brothers’ PPA Comeback
Ben and Collin Johns overcame a slow start to defeat Andrei Daescu and Gabe Tardio 5-11, 11-6, and 11-3 in their quarterfinal match at the PPA Atlanta Slam. Despite an early setback and Ben’s ongoing ankle injury, the No. 2 seeds rallied to secure their spot in the men’s doubles semifinals. The Johns brothers will now face Christian Alshon and Riley Newman, bringing renewed confidence from their resilient performance.
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