
Staksrud downs McGuffin, will face Haworth for gold
SAN CLEMENTE, CA - Federico Staksrud is into his twelfth men’s singles final of 2024 after capturing an 11-5, 11-5 victory over No. 4 seed Tyson McGuffin.
The top seed put together his best performance of the tournament so far to advance.
He’ll face No. 11 seed Chris Haworth in the final, who beat Ben Johns in three games earlier Saturday afternoon.
Haworth earned a commanding 11-6, 11-2 victory the last time they played in the semifinals of the Texas Open.
That result still stands as Staksrud’s only singles loss outside of a final so far this year, and the Argentinian hasn’t forgotten about it.
“I’m gonna have to come up with a different game plan because things didn’t work out well for me last time,” he shared. “I’m excited to see Chris again.”
Staksrud will look to secure his fifth singles title of the season, while Haworth will compete for his first PPA title.
Related articles

Kunimoto, Campbell set sights on first career PPA final
Semifinal Saturday in Las Vegas will present rising stars Kiora Kunimoto and Cailyn Campbell with a unique opportunity.
7 minutes ago
-Pickleball.com Staff

Order of Play for Friday at the Rate Las Vegas Open
Hayden Patriquin will compete in the quarterfinals in mixed doubles with Anna Bright and men's doubles with Federico Staksrud on Friday.
12 hours ago
-Pickleball.com Staff

Draws released for Veolia Chicago Cup
Anna Leigh Waters returns to women’s singles in the Windy City.
14 hours ago
-Pickleball.com Staff
.jpg?width=592&height=237&optimizer=image)
Pham stuns top-seeded Haworth, advances to men’s singles quarterfinals
The No. 14 seed will face John Lucian Goins in Friday's quarterfinal round.
1 day ago
-Pickleball.com Staff