Anna Leigh Waters Cruises to Quarterfinals: No. 1 Anna Leigh Waters made quick work of No. 19 Layne Sleeth in the Round of 16 at the Lapiplasty Pickleball World Championships, securing a dominant 11-0, 11-4 victory. In just 21 minutes, Anna Leigh Waters dispatched Layne Sleeth with precision and speed, setting the tone early and maintaining complete control throughout the match. Anna Leigh Waters’ aggressive serves, sharp volleys, and strategic court positioning left Layne Sleeth with few chances to mount a comeback.
Waters Takes Her Opponent Seriously
The first game saw Waters overpower Sleeth right from the start, winning 11-0 in a display of nearly flawless play. In the second game, Sleeth managed to rally slightly but was unable to close the gap, as Waters finished strong to secure the win.
Despite the one-sided nature of the match, Waters remained respectful of her opponent, acknowledging Sleeth’s rising talent. “Layne is one of those up-and-comers and she’s really good, so I think one of the reasons I played so well in this match is because I was taking her very seriously,” Waters remarked after the match. I love seeing new people on the PPA Tour.” Waters’ attitude exemplified the professionalism and focus that have made her one of the top players on the tour, as she is never one to underestimate an opponent, regardless of their ranking.
Quarterfinals Ahead: A New Challenge Awaits
With this resounding victory, Waters moves on to the quarterfinals, where she will face the winner of the match between No. 7 Mary Brascia and No. 10 Judit Castillo. While Waters’ performance in this match was nearly flawless, she knows that the level of competition will only intensify as she moves deeper into the tournament. Her confidence and sharp play suggest that she is poised for another deep run, and her next opponent will have to bring their best to challenge the No. 1 seed.
News in Brief: Anna Leigh Waters Cruises to Quarterfinals
Anna Leigh Waters (No. 1) advanced to the singles quarterfinals at the Lapiplasty Pickleball World Championships with a dominant 11-0, 11-4 win over No. 19 Layne Sleeth. Waters took control early, finishing the match in just 21 minutes. Waters credited her focused approach for the smooth victory, acknowledging Sleeth’s potential as an up-and-coming player. Next, Waters will face the winner of the match between No. 7 Mary Brascia and No. 10 Judit Castillo. Her strong performance suggests she is on track for another deep tournament run.
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