Texas Duo Shines Bright at 2021 PDGA Pro World Championship
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In a display of exceptional disc golf prowess, Valerie Mandujano and Mason Ford claimed the top spot in the Mixed Doubles title at the 2021 PDGA Pro World Championship. The Texas-based pair set the tone for their success with an outstanding performance in the first round of the best shot format, showcasing their impressive chemistry on the course.
The Fort, a challenging wooded and technical track that played host to the competition, proved to be no match for Mandujano and Ford. They led a talented field by a single stroke after the initial round, leaving several teams scrambling to catch up. Their dominance continued into the afternoon's alternate shot portion, where they truly came into their own.
The morning session saw Mandujano and Ford post an impressive 52 in the modified best throw format, earning them a one-stroke lead over three teams in second place and several others within striking distance. While other competitors experienced significant movement after the second round, which was played as modified alternate throw, the Texas duo remained steadfast, joining only another team in achieving a score of 50 or better.
In the wake of their impressive performance, Joel Freeman and Ellen Widboom jumped into second place with a respectable 54 in the opening round. Meanwhile, Nate Sexton and Sarah Giplin shot an exceptional 59 to join forces with Chris Dickerson and Heather Young, as well as Kat Mertsch and Nikko Locastro, who all found themselves tied for third.
The PDGA Pro World Championship will continue on Sunday with the Pro World Field Events, and fans can stay up-to-date with the latest developments through PDGA's social media channels.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/mandujano-ford-take-mixed-doubles-crown