Three hours after a convincing win over the local club side, Bermudian doubles team John Hands and Sarah Gazzard are gearing up for the next two rounds of the Bermuda Open, the island’s premier tennis tournament held each summer at the Bermuda Tennis Club. The pair, who first teamed up last year, have already made a name for themselves in the regional circuit, with a 2–1 record in the current event.

Co‑captain Gazzard said the duo are focusing on fine‑tuning their serve‑and‑volley play as they face a tougher draw in the quarter‑finals. “The first match helped us gauge the court speed and the opponent’s tactics,” she explained. Hands added, “We’re concentrating on consistency and staying patient as the match intensity ramps up.” The pair’s coach, former national player Mark Davis, highlighted the importance of mental resilience, noting that the Bermuda Open’s single‑match format demands quick recovery between sets.

Local tennis enthusiasts are eager to see the duo carry their momentum into the final stages, with the tournament’s organizers announcing a live streaming option for the upcoming matches. The Bermuda Open, which attracts players from the Caribbean and North America, provides a platform for local athletes to showcase their skills on an international stage while promoting the island’s sports culture.