Johns Brothers Bid Farewell to Their Partnership: Ben Johns and Collin Johns, the most dominant duo in professional pickleball, have announced their separation for the 2025 season. Their final appearance as partners will be at the Zimmer Biomet Masters Powered by Invited, the first tournament of the new year. This event will mark the end of a remarkable partnership that has redefined the sport and will conclude with the Johns brothers still holding the #1 spot in men’s doubles.
A Remarkable Partnership Comes to an End
The Masters, a PPA Tour Slam, is one of the four biggest events of the year, offering 2,000 ranking points. A strong performance there would be a fitting way for the Johns brothers to conclude their partnership.
Over their four-year collaboration, the pair has led the PPA Tour with an impressive 33 gold medals in men’s doubles. Their closest competitors, JW Johnson and Dylan Frazier, have secured just 10 titles together.
The two brothers moved to Austin, Texas, in 2022 to train together. Collin, known for his strategic mind, developed a rigorous training regimen, which included hours of drilling and targeted play each day.
He also compiled extensive notes on how to beat top players and partnerships. With their split, it remains unclear whether they will continue to share these valuable insights now that they will compete against each other.
Dominance in Men’s Doubles
Throughout their partnership, the Johns brothers achieved a 74% podium finish rate and a 56% gold medal rate across 58 tournaments. Ben Johns alone boasts a remarkable total of 143 PPA titles, including 40 singles titles, 44 doubles titles, and 59 mixed doubles titles. Collin Johns has secured 34 PPA titles, all in collaboration with his brother, making him the second most decorated male player on tour.
Despite their success, 2024 posed new challenges. The brothers experienced a five-month stretch without a men’s doubles gold, and their Major League Pickleball team, Carolina Pickleball Club, failed to make the playoffs. These setbacks contributed to their decision to explore new partnerships for the upcoming season.
Looking Ahead to The Masters
As they prepare for their last tournament together, both players are optimistic about their futures.
The pickleball community is eager to see how they perform at The Masters, where they aim to add one final title to their legacy.
Several other teams will pose significant threats at the Masters, including:
- Christian Alshon/Andrei Daescu
- JW Johnson/Gabe Tardio
- Federico Staksrud/Hayden Patriquin
- Pablo Tellez/Dylan Frazier
- Matt Wright/Quang Duong
The Significance of Their Legacy
The departure of the Johns brothers marks a significant moment in professional pickleball. Their incredible accomplishments have left an indelible mark on the sport, inspiring many players. As they embark on separate journeys, fans and analysts are excited to see how they will adapt and thrive with new partners in 2025.
With their storied history and impressive records, the Johns brothers will undoubtedly continue to influence the pickleball community, even as they move forward independently. Their final tournament together at The Masters is not just an ending but also a new beginning for both players.
News in Brief: Johns Brothers Bid Farewell to Their Partnership
Ben Johns and Collin Johns, the dominant duo in men’s pickleball, will part ways for the 2025 season after their final appearance together at the Zimmer Biomet Masters. Over four years, they secured 33 gold medals and achieved a 74% podium finish rate.
Despite facing challenges in 2024, both players remain optimistic about their futures. Their split marks a significant moment in pickleball, as fans look forward to their individual journeys and performances with new partners.
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