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Urreisti and Basque Sweep Into Jai Alai League Final as Sorozabal–Arai Upset Leaders

A first-time host frontón drew over 600 spectators for the Final a Cuatro semifinals.

Overview

  • Urreisti and Basque defeated Johan and Lekerika in straight sets, 11-15 and 6-15, to reach the men's final.
  • The duo converted season-long consistency into sharp coordination, with the Bidart backcourter scarcely erring.
  • Stout coverage and timely finishing from Urreisti blunted Johan's power and decided pivotal rallies.
  • In the women's bracket, Sorozabal and Arai, fourth in the regular season, upset leaders Ihart and Frida after taking the decider following sets of 11-15 and 15-12.
  • Finalists now await their opponents for the championship matches as the event continues at the debut venue.