Jack Sock Survives Intense Rounds to Reach PPA Semifinals

ST. GEORGE, Utah — Former tennis stars Jack Sock, Sam Querrey, and Eugenie Bouchard faced off in various matches during the PPA Red Rock Open, which began on March 27, 2025. Sock emerged as the standout competitor, securing his place in the men’s singles semifinals while Querrey and Bouchard struggled throughout the tournament.

Sock, seeded No. 7, began his campaign with a challenging first round against Spartak Rahachou. After dropping the first game 8-11, Sock rallied to win the next two, concluding the match with a decisive 11-1 victory in the final game. “I just had to stay focused and not let the early setback affect me,” Sock said following the match.

Continuing his momentum, Sock dispatched No. 41 seed Rafael Lenhard in straight games, 11-6, 11-8, before facing the top seed, whom he has battled multiple times on tour. The match against world No. 1 Thomas Staksrud lasted over an hour, with Sock pulling off a narrow win after dropping the first game, ultimately securing the match with scores of 10-12, 11-9, and 11-9.

“It was about grit and determination. I’ve faced Connor Garnett in the past, but I’m feeling confident as I head into the semifinals,” Sock stated about his upcoming match against Garnett.

While Sock advanced, Querrey and Bouchard had a rough start. Querrey, who only participated in men’s doubles, faced the No. 8 seed duo of Hunter Johnson and Quang Duong on March 28. The match ended in a quick 20-minute defeat, with Querrey and his partner suffering an 11-0, 11-2 loss. “It’s disappointing, but I’m determined to come back stronger,” Querrey commented after the match.

Bouchard’s participation in the tournament was similarly short-lived. Competing across mixed and women’s doubles, she lost in the opening round of all brackets, including a swift match against the top seed in women’s doubles, Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau, where Bouchard fell 11-5, 11-8.

During the mixed doubles round, Bouchard teamed with Sock in competitive matches, yet faced early elimination. Sock partnered with Kaitlyn Christian in the mixed event, but the duo was defeated in their second match.

With Sock heading into the semifinals, the excitement continues as the tournament progresses. Fans can watch live coverage of the Red Rock Open, as top competitors vie for the championship.