The final was a Battle Royal which went the full distance. Judah Friedlander against Will Shortz, the two form players on the night. Judah’s serve was untouchable. Despite choosing to de-pant mid-game, Will could not decode the topspin and fell two games to one, 11-9 in the final game. Judah took home the Alojzy Ehrlich Memorial Trophy which had been smelted for the occasion.
We are indebted to all of our competitors, as well as everyone who came, donated to 826 NYC, and enjoyed a tournament that had suspense, mastery, and, we hope, a love and respect of mighty Ping Pong at its core.
