Matt Wright and James Ignatowich celebrate a point at The Picklr Utah Open.
Matt Wright and James Ignatowich are one win away from earning their first title together. PPA Tour

Ignatowich, Wright power past Staksrud, Ge in two games

James Ignatowich and Matt Wright haven’t played a tournament together since April, but that hasn’t been an issue in Salt Lake City.

They’re into the men’s doubles final after an 11-4, 11-8 victory over No. 6 seeds Federico Staksrud and Augie Ge.

It was an impressive display from the No. 3 seeds, as Ignatowich’s fast-paced style meshed well with Wright’s crafty attacks on the right side.

 

“I think James and I had some unfinished business from earlier this year,” Wright said of Saturday’s performance. “We were determined today. I thought we played very well—aggressive but also disciplined—and I couldn’t be happier right now.”

Sunday will be Ignatowich and Wright’s first opportunity to capture a title together.

To take home gold, they will have to beat the winner of the second semifinal featuring Gabriel Tardio and Andrei Daescu taking on Hayden Patriquin and Pablo Tellez.