Chris Haworth and Bobbi Oshiro Strike Gold: Chris Haworth’s remarkable season reached new heights as he claimed victory in the men’s pro gold-medal match at the 2024 USA Pickleball National Championships. Haworth dominated the first set against Patrick Kawka with an emphatic 11-1 win. The second set, however, tested his resolve as Kawka rallied, but Haworth edged out a 14-12 win to secure the gold.
Patrick Kawka, despite falling short in the final, showed his talent with an impressive run, including a significant upset over No. 2 seed Grayson Goldin in the semifinals.
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Oshiro Wins in Women’s Competition
Bobbi Oshiro capped her exceptional performance with a gold medal in the women’s pro division. She advanced to the final by defeating top-seed Megan Fudge in straight sets during the semifinal. Oshiro then continued her streak of dominance, besting Alexa Schull in straight sets for the biggest singles win of her career.
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Oshiro, who began playing pickleball in 2020 and turned pro in 2021, added another milestone to her growing list of accomplishments.
Bobbi Oshiro takes down #1 Megan Fudge to advance to the gold medal match! pic.twitter.com/NLs6oF4Zw9
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Bronze Medalists Bounce Back
Megan Fudge and Grayson Goldin recovered from their semifinal defeats to capture bronze medals in their respective divisions. Fudge defeated Amanda Hendry in the women’s bronze-medal match, while Goldin outlasted Max Green in the men’s competition.
Action Continues at Arizona Athletic Grounds
The excitement at the Arizona Athletic Grounds isn’t over yet. Saturday’s schedule features a packed lineup of mixed doubles matches and the much-anticipated celebrity games.
Former NFL stars Jake Plummer and Eric Decker, ex-NHL player Shane Doan, and six-time Olympic gold medalist Amy Van Dyken will join the festivities, adding star power to an already thrilling atmosphere.
News in Brief: Chris Haworth and Bobbi Oshiro Strike Gold
Chris Haworth and Bobbi Oshiro claimed gold medals at the 2024 USA Pickleball National Championships. Haworth defeated Patrick Kawka in straight sets, while Oshiro won over Alexa Schull in the women’s final.
Megan Fudge and Grayson Goldin earned bronze medals in their respective divisions. The tournament continues with mixed doubles and celebrity matches at Arizona Athletic Grounds.
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