JW Johnson and Dylan Frazier Secure Gold: JW Johnson and Dylan Frazier delivered a commanding performance to clinch the men’s doubles title at the Select Medical Orange County Cup presented by FitVine Wine. The No. 2 seeds defeated No. 5 seeds Hayden Patriquin and Pablo Tellez with scores of 11-7, 11-7, 11-6 in a display of skill and strategy.
JW Johnson and Dylan Frazier‘s victory was not just another title; it marked their fifth championship of 2024 and a significant milestone for Frazier. With this win, Frazier ascends to the top of the PPA men’s doubles rankings, surpassing Ben Johns.
Praise for Worthy Opponents
Reflecting on their achievement, Frazier praised their opponents, acknowledging Patriquin and Tellez’s impressive tournament run as a new partnership.
“What a run for Hayden and Pablo,” Frazier remarked. “They had some really good wins and played super tough, so we had to bring our best stuff out there.”
Frazier’s Ascension to No. 1
Sunday’s win solidifies Frazier’s position as a dominant force in men’s doubles pickleball. When the rankings update next week, Frazier will officially hold the most tour points accumulated over the past 52 weeks, a testament to his consistent performance alongside Johnson.
“It’s an honor and a privilege to hold that title,” Frazier expressed. “I couldn’t do it with anyone else next to me except for J-Dub. I just happened to play a couple tournaments that he didn’t play, but it was definitely a team effort to get here. It’s been in sight the last few weeks, so I’m happy to finally be here.”
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Bronze Medal Match Excitement
In addition to the championship match, No. 4 seeds Tyson McGuffin and Dekel Bar secured the bronze medal with an 11-9, 8-11, 11-2 victory over No. 12 seeds Julian Arnold and Jack Munro. Their performance added another layer of excitement to the day’s competition, showcasing the depth of talent in men’s pickleball.
As the sun sets on another successful tournament at the Life Time Rancho San Clemente, Johnson and Frazier’s triumph and Frazier’s new ranking highlight the competitive spirit and camaraderie within the pickleball community.
News in Brief: JW Johnson and Dylan Frazier Secure Gold
JW Johnson and Dylan Frazier secured their fifth title of 2024 at the Select Medical Orange County Cup, defeating Hayden Patriquin and Pablo Tellez 11-7, 11-7, 11-6 in the men’s doubles final. Frazier’s victory also propels him to the top spot in the PPA men’s doubles rankings, surpassing Ben Johns. The day’s competition was further highlighted by Tyson McGuffin and Dekel Bar’s bronze medal win, underscoring the depth of talent in men’s pickleball. As the tournament concludes at Life Time Rancho San Clemente, Johnson and Frazier’s success underscores the community’s competitive spirit and camaraderie.
Our Readers Queries
Ques: What is JW Johnson’s real name?
Ans: JW Johnson’s real name is James Wood Johnson III. He serves as the executive vice president of the Cleveland Browns and is a Partner of the Haslam Sports Group.
Ques: Who is JW Johnson’s sister?
Ans: JW Johnson’s sister is named Jorja. He grew up in Pittsburg, Kansas, before relocating with his family to Naples, Florida, where both siblings pursued careers in tennis.
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