Hunter Johnson Moves On to the Final: Hunter Johnson advanced to the Proton Tucson Open final with an 11-8, 11-6 victory over Dylan Frazier in Arizona. Johnson’s strong finish secured his first championship match of the 2025 season. He will now face Christian Alshon for the gold medal.
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Johnson Overcomes Frazier’s Late Push
Johnson, the No. 3 seed, took control early, winning the first game 11-8. Frazier, the No. 7 seed, responded in the second game with a six-point streak, threatening to push the match to a decider. However, Johnson answered with an eight-point run to seal the win.
“It was a little bit windy today, so I just had to focus on hitting through the ball. Dylan’s always a tough guy because he covers the net really well, so I just had to stay down on my shots and not overplay.” – (Hunter)
Big Sunday for Johnson
Beyond his shot at the title, Johnson will also be featured in a Michelob ULTRA commercial airing during the Super Bowl. He will appear alongside Parris Todd, Jaume Martinez Vich, and Emily Cederquist.
“To be able to showcase pickleball on that stage and be involved is just super special and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.” – (Hunter)
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Championship Showdown Ahead
Johnson will now shift focus to his final matchup against Christian Alshon. Both players have displayed strong form, setting up an exciting battle for the Tucson Open title.
News in Brief: Hunter Johnson Moves On to the Final
Hunter Johnson secured a spot in the Proton Tucson Open final with an 11-8, 11-6 win over Dylan Frazier. He now faces Christian Alshon for the championship while also preparing for his Super Bowl commercial debut.
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