{
  "id": 7108550,
  "title": "Irvine rules The Hood, clinches Leapmotor KL Cup double",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/irvine-rules-the-hood-clinches-leapmotor-kl-cup-double",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-13T12:23:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/others/2026/09/1532032/irvine-rules-hood-clinches-leapmotor-kl-cup-double"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On a sweltering day in Malaysia, American tennis player Jessie Irvine secured a remarkable double victory at the Leapmotor Kuala Lumpur Cup. Irvine and her American partner Alix Truong triumphed in both the women's and mixed doubles finals, overcoming a challenging tournament filled with long points and grueling conditions. Irvine, the world No.16, admitted that she had anticipated a tough battle against the Australian duo, but praised her partner's energy and strategy in securing the win. Truong echoed Irvine's sentiments, expressing their elation at clinching a PPA title together. The mixed doubles final saw Irvine team up with world No.2 Gabriel Tardio, who also overcame a sluggish start to outlast Townsend and Wild 5-11, 11-3, 12-10. Despite the harsh weather and long travel, Irvine emphasized the excitement of being a professional athlete and the thrill of competing in such a prestigious event.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: American Jessie Irvine delivered a double masterclass as she came from behind to win both the women’s and mixed doubles titles at the Leapmotor Kuala Lumpur Cup today.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}