Johns Brothers Fall to Teen Pair Quang Duong and CJ Klinger: Quang Duong and CJ Klinger made a commanding entrance into the men’s doubles quarterfinals on Thursday afternoon at Lapiplasty Pickleball World Championship, dispatching the highly-regarded Ben Johns and Collin Johns with an 11-1, 11-6 victory. The teenage duo, seeded No. 14, showed remarkable composure as they outmaneuvered the No. 2 seeds, relying on Duong’s precise third-shot drives to set up Klinger for decisive finishes.
Partnership Built on Strategy and Trust
The partnership between Duong and Klinger is young, but their chemistry on the court is undeniable. Klinger, who capitalized on Duong’s consistent drives to stay on the offensive, expressed his appreciation for his teammate’s strategic play. “Having a partner like Q is great,” Klinger shared. “He hits so many consistent, low drives, which allows me to come in and crash to end points.”
This isn’t the first time Duong and Klinger have demonstrated their potential as a top team. In October, at the Rate Championships in Las Vegas, they narrowly missed an upset over JW Johnson and Dylan Frazier, underscoring their growing strength and skill against elite competition.
Staying Focused Amid Success
Despite the significance of Thursday’s win, Duong remains level-headed. The teenager emphasized a balanced approach, focusing on the process rather than the outcome. “We go into every match expecting to try our best and just wanting to do what we can,” he noted. “I try not to think exclusively about winning or losing—I try to take it one point at a time.”
Eye on the Quarterfinals
With momentum on their side, Duong and Klinger now set their sights on Friday’s quarterfinals, where they’ll face either Christian Alshon/James Ignatowich or DJ Young/Callan Dawson. This next round offers yet another opportunity for the duo to showcase their teamwork and tactical prowess on the court.
News in Brief: Johns Brothers Fall to Teen Pair Quang Duong and CJ Klinger
Quang Duong and CJ Klinger advanced to the men’s doubles quarterfinals with a stunning 11-1, 11-6 victory over Ben and Collin Johns. Duong’s low, consistent third-shot drives set the stage for Klinger to finish points aggressively, leading to an unexpected triumph over the No. 2 seeds. This marks the duo’s second tournament together, showing their potential to disrupt top-ranked teams. They’ll meet either Christian Alshon/James Ignatowich or DJ Young/Callan Dawson in Friday’s quarterfinals.
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