Christian Alshon and Hayden Patriquin Rise Again at PPA: Christian Alshon and Hayden Patriquin, the No. 6 seeds and favorites to medal at the PPA Rate Las Vegas Championships, overcame a rough start on Saturday’s Round of 32 to power past No. 33 seeds Max Freeman and Ryan Fu. In a match that tested their resolve, Alshon and Patriquin secured a 2-11, 11-0, 11-6 victory to move into the Round of 16.
Slow Start, Strong Finish
The match began with a shock as Alshon and Patriquin, widely considered among the top contenders, struggled to find their rhythm in the first game. Freeman and Fu capitalized on the slow start, racing to an 11-2 win and leaving the crowd wondering if an upset was brewing.
But as quickly as they faltered, Alshon and Patriquin flipped the script. Game 2 was a statement performance, as the No. 6 seeds blanked their opponents with a dominant 11-0 victory. That perfect game not only evened the match but also shifted momentum entirely in their favor.
In the decisive third game, Alshon and Patriquin maintained their control, sealing the match with an 11-6 win that propelled them to the next round.
Round of 16 Awaits
With the win, Alshon and Patriquin move on to the Round of 16, where they will face the winner of the highly anticipated matchup between No. 11 seeds Zane Navratil and Travis Rettenmaier, and No. 18 seeds Daniel de la Rosa and Brandon French.
Given their performance and potential, Alshon and Patriquin remain among the favorites in the bracket, but they’ll need to continue playing at a high level to move deeper into the tournament.
A Battle of Momentum
After shaking off the rust, Alshon and Patriquin showed why they are considered top contenders in this year’s field. Their ability to recover and deliver under pressure bodes well as they advance, with even tougher challenges waiting on the horizon.
News in Brief: Christian Alshon and Hayden Patriquin Rise Again at PPA
Christian Alshon and Hayden Patriquin, the No. 6 seeds, advanced to the Round of 16 after a 2-11, 11-0, 11-6 victory over Max Freeman and Ryan Fu in Round of 32 match.
Despite a slow start, they found their form, highlighted by an 11-0 shutout in Game 2. They now await their next opponent, who will be either No. 11 seeds Zane Navratil and Travis Rettenmaier, or No. 18 seeds Daniel de la Rosa and Brandon French.
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