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Urreisti and López Close In on Winter Series Semifinals With 2–0 Win in Gernika

A 76-minute duel capped by a 15-14 second set confirmed their momentum heading into the last quarterfinal.

Overview

  • They took the first set 15-8 and sealed the second 15-14 on Urreisti’s decisive two-wall shot.
  • The match featured roughly 450 exchanges across 76 minutes, reflecting a tactical, physical contest.
  • Barandika and Basque fought back from 14-9 down to level at 14-14 before falling on the final point.
  • Urreisti pressed at key moments while the backcourter controlled defensively and López drove the ball deep despite early service faults.
  • With one quarterfinal match remaining, the pair sit in a strong position to secure a semifinal berth.