I got back last night from the Open and watched Donnie play a bit (first time I've seen him play) on @ 3 matches. He was strong! Vs Dan Louie - that was a rough looooooooong battle that saw a horrific amount of time wasted on racking (a problem all over unfortunately). Donnie could have been distracted and folded while the ref was called over multiple times to rack, I believe by request of a seemingly very "particular" Dan. Kudos to Donnie for holding his focus.
Dan had the lead most all throughout. Donnie hung tough though, came back and knotted it at 9. Then Dan was running to get on the hill and tightened up on the 8, giving up the table to Donnie who polished off rack 19. I think Donnie B&R'd for the win. He didn't flinch. Very impressive!!!