Gabe Tardio and Jessie Irvine Stun Vivienne David and Dylan Frazier in Epic 2025 Texas Open Battle
In a thrilling mixed doubles clash at the 2025 CIBC Texas Open, 17-year-old sensation Gabe Tardio and veteran Jessie Irvine bested Vivienne David and Dylan Frazier. Playing through challenging wind conditions at the Courts of McKinney, the dynamic duo showcased remarkable adaptability and precision. Tardio’s signature two-handed strokes and Irvine’s seasoned expertise proved unstoppable. Their tight backswings and quick reactions kept opponents guessing, while their strategic communication hinted at a formidable partnership’s emergence.
The pickleball powerhouse duo of Gabe Tardio and Jessie Irvine faced off against fierce competition at the 2025 CIBC Texas Open, battling not just their opponents but Mother Nature herself. The wind at the Courts of McKinney had other plans for everyone that day, turning what should have been routine shots into adventures in geometry.
Mother Nature played referee at the 2025 Texas Open, turning routine pickleball shots into wild geometric challenges for Tardio and Irvine.
Going head-to-head with Vivienne David and Dylan Frazier, Tardio and Irvine showed why they’re among the sport’s elite. Their strategy? Keep those backswings tight and pray the wind doesn’t turn their dinks into unintentional lobs. It worked. Their ability to adapt to the gusty conditions proved essential, with quick reactions and efficient shot placement making all the difference. Good court coverage and impressive hands during rallies helped Tardio maintain control throughout the match. At just 17 years old, Tardio demonstrated remarkable two-handed strokes that kept his opponents guessing.
The tournament, running from March 12 to 16, showcased some of the PPA Tour‘s finest talents. Both players wore court specific shoes designed for the quick directional changes and lateral movements demanded by pickleball. Tardio, fresh off partnerships with the likes of Ben Johns, brought his A-game to every match. Irvine, known for her mixed doubles prowess, matched his intensity step for step. Together, they were unstoppable – well, mostly unstoppable when the wind wasn’t messing with their serves.
Their match against Truong and Oncins earlier in the tournament had set the stage for what was to come. The Texas Open, part of the prestigious PPA Tour schedule, attracted top talent from around the globe. Players with exclusive contracts showed up ready to battle, and battle they did.
Tardio’s consistency across different partnerships was something to behold. Whether teaming up with Johns in the men’s doubles semifinal against Daescu and Frazier or joining forces with Irvine, he brought the same level of intensity and precision to the court.
The tournament highlighted why these athletes are at the top of their game – adapting to whatever challenges come their way, whether it’s world-class opponents or Texas-sized gusts of wind trying to turn their perfect shots into airmail deliveries.
