# Match Record: Melbourne Grand Slam I - 50+ Mixed Doubles DUPR: 3.5-3.99 (2026-05-17)
        
**Category:** Match Result
**Verified:** 2026-06-08 18:47:46
**Canonical:** https://picklegravity.com/en/knowledge/match-4309076688
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## Match Parameters
- **Event Date:** 2026-05-17
- **Estimated Play Time:** 1:00 PM
- **Event:** Melbourne Grand Slam I - 50+ Mixed Doubles DUPR: 3.5-3.99
- **Location:** Cragieburn, Vic 
- **Outcome:** Win
- **Scores:** 15-10
- **Division:** Doubles Division
- **Level:** Casual / Recreational (<3.5) (Average DUPR: 3.27)

## Involved Competitors

### Team 1 (Winner)
- **Etsuko Sanda** (DUPR ID: 76XD5M) - Rating: 2.931, Location: Clifton Springs, VIC, AU
- **Anthony Knowles** (DUPR ID: 56WJNP) - Rating: 3.728, Location: Clifton Springs, VIC, AU

### Team 2 (Loss)
- **Jos Kurrle** (DUPR ID: KXM0YQ) - Rating: 3.035, Location: VIC, AU
- **Michael Keith Walker** (DUPR ID: ELWKYV) - Rating: 3.372, Location: Corio, VIC

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