Patrimonio, Capadocia move to quarterfinals
MANILA, Philippines — Defending champion Clarice Patrimonio and four-time titlist Marian Jade Capadocia routed their respective rivals to lead the quarterfinalists in women’s singles of the 36th Philippine Columbian Association (PCA) Open at the PCA indoor shell-clay courts in Paco, Manila yesterday.
Patrimonio flashed top form to boot out Princess Catindig, 6-2, 6-0, while Capadocia overpowered Khryshana Brazal, 6-0, 6-0.
Patrimonio next faces Jhastine Red Ballado, who trounced Jed Aquino, 6-1, 6-3, while Capadocia battles Sydney Ezra Enriquez who defeated Melanie Dizon, 6-0, 6-0.
Others who advanced were Khrizelle Sampaton, Shaira Rivera and Rachelle De Guzman who disposed of Gie Gatchalian (6-0, 6-3), Rafaella Villanueva (via walkover) and Madison Kane (via walkover), respectively.
In men’s play, holder PJ Tierro, Fil-Italian Marc Reyes, ITF juniors campaigner John Bryan Otico and Fritz Verdad scored easy romps to advance in the tournament supported by The Philippine Star, Asian Traders Dunlop, Stronghold Insurance, Whirlpool/Fujidenzo, Head, United Auctioneers, Pearl Garden Hotel, Babolat, Tyrecorp Inc., PVL Restaurant, Greenfield Marketers One, Mary Grace Foods Inc., Coca-Cola Philippines-FEMSA, Kraut Art Glass and Manuel Misa.
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