 Richie Beale, Martin Siese, Paul Fedden IslandStats.com
Mike Zimmerman Team Challenge Cup
Sandys Boat Club 3 RAA 0
The final of the Mike Zimmerman Team Challenge Cup was about to unfold. Paul Fedden, a veteran with nerves of steel, stepped up to the table. He faced Keino Zuill, a formidable opponent, but Fedden's focus was unwavering. The first game was a tense affair, every shot calculated, but Fedden's experience shone through. He clinched the first victory, 53-32, giving Sandys Boat Club a flying start.
The momentum shifted to Sandys Boat Club. Captain Martin Siese, a leader both on and off the table, took on Aaron Bean. Siese's strategic play and precision proved too much for Bean. Siese secured the second win, 64-29, putting Sandys on the brink of victory.
Richie Beale stepped up, the weight of expectation on his shoulders. He faced Kyle Williams, but Beale was determined to finish the job. With steady hands and a calm demeanor, Beale delivered the final blow, winning 53-32. Sandys Boat Club erupted in celebration. They had done it – a clean sweep to retain the Mike Zimmerman Team Challenge Cup.
Island Construction Services Cup Semis Final
Warwick Workman's Club Two 3 Spanish Point Boat Club One 1
The Island Construction Services Cup Semi-Finals were underway. Warwick Workman's Club Two faced Spanish Point Boat Club One.
Todd Dziak of Spanish Point drew first blood, defeating Warwick Captain Steven Bremar 62-23.
But Warwick was not to be deterred. Henryk Marszalek leveled the match, defeating Chris Dakin 50-22. Warwick's confidence surged.
Stephen Tucker overcame Fred Richardson 53-36, putting Warwick in the lead.
The fate of Spanish Point was sealed when Zane Desilva clinched the win for Warwick, defeating Alex Hooper 55-24. Warwick Workman's Club Two would advance to the final, setting up a clash with RAA.
Tony DeSilva Memorial Cup Round 2
The Tony DeSilva Memorial Cup saw intense individual battles. In Round 2, Matt Garrod defeated Stephen Tucker in two straight games, 54-47, 71-60..
John Orr staged a comeback against Winslow Smith. Smith won the first game 58-35, but Orr rallied to win the next two, 62-22, 49-41. Henryk Marszalek defeated Keino Zuill in two straight games, 65-5, 56-39. Aaron Bean also secured a straight-set victory over Tyler Moniz, 47-37, 47-11.
Round 3 of the Tony DeSilva Memorial Cup continued the drama. Marszalek faced Orr. Orr, showing his resilience, came from behind to win 2-1. Marszalek won the first game 61-35, but Orr fought back to win the next two, 50-33, 61-37. Orr became the first player to reach the Semi-Finals.
Tony DeSilva Memorial Cup Round 3
Marszalek faced Orr, where Orr would once again come from behind to win 2 - 1. Marszalek won the first game 61-35, but Orr drew level at 1 - 1 winning the second game 50-33, before closing out the match winning the third game 61-37.
Orr is the 1st player to reach the Semi-Finals.
Bermuda Open Singles Round One
The Bermuda Open Singles Round One also provided compelling matches. Keino Zuill displayed his dominance, defeating Kenya Trott in two straight games, 71-12, 58-23.
Zuill then continued his winning streak, defeating Winslow Smith in straight sets, 58-27, 56-21. Zuill's opponent in the Quarter-Finals remained to be determined.
Henryk Marszalek defeated Alan Smith in two games, 73-48, 23-20, and was set to face Mark Iris in Round 2.
Paul Fedden and Matt Garrod battled fiercely. Fedden took the lead, 52-51, but Garrod leveled the match, 51-47. Fedden, however, secured the win in the final game, 59-48.
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