Alexa Schull Stuns Lina Padegimaite: In one of the biggest surprises of the day, Alexa Schull, the No. 42 seed, advanced to the Round of 16 at the Lapiplasty Pickleball World Championships in Texas with a stunning three-game upset over Lina Padegimaite, the No. 12 seed. Alexa Schull’s victory, 11-3, 0-11, 11-1, was a statement to her resilience and ability to bounce back after a tough second game.
A Battle of Momentum Shifts
Alexa Schull came out strong in the first game, overpowering Lina Padegimaite 11-3, but the momentum shifted drastically in the second game when Lina Padegimaite evened the score with a dominant 11-0 win. The match could have easily gone the other way, but Schull’s set and determination never wavered. She rallied in the final game, securing a decisive 11-1 victory that secured her place in the next round.
A Statement Win
This win marks another strong showing for Alexa Schull, who had already taken down No. 22 Maddie Schulte in the Round of 64 on Tuesday. With her second consecutive upset, Schull is proving to be a dangerous contender, and her performance in this match shows that she is ready to take on whatever challenges the next rounds may bring.
News in Brief: Alexa Schull Stuns Lina Padegimaite
Alexa Schull pulled off a major upset at the Lapiplasty Pickleball World Championships, defeating No. 12 seed Lina Padegimaite 11-3, 0-11, 11-1. Schull’s victory earned her a spot in the Round of 16, following a solid win over No. 22 Maddie Schulte in the Round of 64. With two upsets in consecutive rounds, Alexa Schull is emerging as a strong contender in the tournament.