PPA Black Desert Red Rock Open 2025 [Results, Stats, Upsets, Videos]
Utah’s Red Rock backdrop delivered a blockbuster of a tournament. With a new hybrid format, FOX broadcast debut, and fan-favorite matchups across every division, the 2025 Black Desert Red Rock Open was arguably the most electric event of the PPA season so far.
Historic wins, five-game thrillers, and a 50th career title for Anna Leigh Waters? You couldn’t have scripted it better.
And 11 PICKLES had eyes on every match, every dink, and every upset.
Let’s break down the moments that made the 2025 Red Rock Open unforgettable.
PPA Red Rock Open 2025: Final Results
Championship Sunday was stacked with headliners and high drama. Here’s how the podiums shook out:
Men’s Singles
- 🏆Hunter Johnson def. Jack Sock (11-4, 8-11, 11-7)
- 🥉 Quang Duong
Hunter Johnson: “No one dominates men’s singles these days—the level is just too high.”
Women’s Singles
- 🏆 Anna Leigh Waters def. Parris Todd (11-2, 11-7)
- 🥉 Lea Jansen
Men’s Doubles
- 🏆 Christian Alshon & Andrei Daescu def. Federico Staksrud & Hayden Patriquin (3-1)
- 🥉 JW Johnson & CJ Klinger
Women’s Doubles
- 🏆 Anna Leigh Waters & Catherine Parenteau def. Allyce Jones & Etta Tuionetoa (11-9, 11-3, 11-8)
- 🥉 Parris Todd & Rachel Rohrabacher
Mixed Doubles
- 🏆 Parris Todd & Dekel Bar def. Catherine Parenteau & Christian Alshon (11-9, 12-14, 6-11, 11-7, 11-8)
- 🥉 Jorja Johnson & JW Johnson
Biggest Upsets & Storylines
From career-defining wins to breakout performances and unforgettable five-game marathons, the Red Rock Open was packed with headline-worthy drama. Whether it was new names making waves or legends adding to their legacy, every match had something to say. Here's a breakdown of the moments that turned heads—and turned the tournament upside down.
Anna Leigh Waters Hits 50 Titles – and Still Looks Untouchable
At 18 years old, ALW just claimed her 50th PPA Singles title and remains undefeated in singles for nearly a year. She didn’t drop a single game all tournament and crushed the final 11-2, 11-7. Dominance doesn’t even begin to describe it.
Anna Leigh Waters: “It’s an honor to get my 50th here. I’m still getting better.”
The Sock Show
Jack Sock made the entire tournament feel like a tennis-pickleball crossover event. He stunned world #1 Federico Staksrud, silenced Connor Garnett, and made back-to-back finals at Red Rock. The dude is legit—and a massive fan favorite now.
Mixed Doubles Delivers Chaos and Glory
No duo had a crazier run than Parris Todd & Dekel Bar. From near elimination in the Round of 32 to a five-game final against Alshon/Parenteau, they battled through everything—including Todd's blisters—to win their first-ever golds.
This final had it all: momentum swings, injury timeouts, and an electric crowd.
Men’s Doubles = Alshon & Daescu’s World
Three golds in their last four events? Not too shabby. Christian Alshon and Andrei Daescu dominated the field and destroyed Bar/Frazier 11-0, 11-1 in the semis. Unreal.
They’re the new standard for men’s doubles in 2025.
Women’s Doubles Shock: Utah Locals Make the Final
Allyce Jones & Etta Tuionetoa weren’t on anyone’s radar. But the Utah duo beat veterans like Lea Jansen and Lucy Kovalova to reach the final. Home-court magic? Maybe. But their run was no fluke.
Parenteau’s Medals, Todd’s Weekend
Catherine Parenteau walked away with gold and silver, and she looked sharp throughout. But Parris Todd pulled off the rare triple-medal weekend—gold in mixed, silver in singles, bronze in doubles—despite dealing with brutal foot injuries. Warrior status.
Five-Game Mixed Final Was an Instant Classic
The back-and-forth between Todd/Bar and Parenteau/Alshon had the crowd on fire. Clutch play after clutch play. Bar even skipped a flight just to play this event. Safe to say it was worth it.
FOX Goes Pickleball Prime Time
This was the first PPA event broadcast on FOX, and it couldn’t have been better scripted. A 5-set mixed final, Sock’s near-win, and ALW making history all unfolded live for a national audience. Expect more prime-time pickleball coming soon.
Red Rock Open By The Numbers
- Over 900 players competed across divisions—one of the biggest PPA turnouts ever.
- 2,800 ft elevation at St. George added spin, bounce, and challenges for flat hitters.
- Parris Todd played 3 medal matches in one day—while battling foot blisters.
- Crossover buzz: Sam Querrey and Eugenie Bouchard played early rounds, signaling tennis-to-pickleball momentum.
- “In Sock We Trust” signs were seen courtside, with Sock tweeting post-tournament love to fans.
Why Red Rock Was a Turning Point
The 2025 Red Rock Open wasn’t just another tour stop—it was a cultural flashpoint. It had everything: legacy cemented (hello, ALW’s 50th), new stars born (Hunter, Sock, Utah’s finest), and a FOX broadcast that brought pickleball into living rooms across America.
This wasn’t just a tournament. It was proof that pickleball is no longer fringe—it’s prime time. It’s athletic. It’s dramatic. And it’s growing faster than anyone predicted.
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