Rachel Rohrabacher and Federico Staksrud’s Strong Win: Rachel Rohrabacher and Federico Staksrud advanced to the mixed doubles semifinals at the Lapiplasty Pickleball World Championships with a commanding 11-8, 11-5 victory over the No. 2 seeds, JW Johnson and Jorja Johnson. The pair delivered an impressive performance, sealing their spot in the semifinals with straight-game victories.
Rohrabacher played a key role in the win, consistently dominating crosscourt dink rallies with Jorja Johnson. Her strong play allowed Staksrud to move into the middle of the court and capitalize on attacking opportunities, showcasing their synergy and tactical awareness.
A Familiar Victory
This marks the second time in 2024 that Rohrabacher and Staksrud have defeated the Johnson siblings. Earlier this season, they triumphed over JW and Jorja in Palm Springs at the Masters, the first tournament of the year. Their consistent performance against a high-level pair like the Johnsons further solidifies their strong partnership.
Semifinal Matchup on the Horizon
With their quarterfinal victory behind them, the No. 8 seeds are now set to face either Etta Wright and Christian Alshon or Lea Jansen and Noe Khlif in the semifinals on Saturday. As they aim for a spot in the final, Rohrabacher and Staksrud will look to continue their dominant play and capitalize on the momentum they’ve built throughout the tournament.
News in Brief: Rachel Rohrabacher and Federico Staksrud’s Strong Win
Rachel Rohrabacher and Federico Staksrud advanced to the mixed doubles semifinals at the Lapiplasty Pickleball World Championships with a straight-game victory (11-8, 11-5) over No. 2 seeds JW and Jorja Johnson. They will face either Etta Wright/Christian Alshon or Lea Jansen/Noe Khlif in the semifinals.
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