Hunter Johnson Wins Men’s Singles Title: Hunter Johnson capped off a memorable day with a commanding victory in the men’s singles final at the Proton Tucson Open. On Sunday, he defeated No. 6 seed Christian Alshon 11-7, 11-2 to win the title. Johnson applied relentless pressure from the baseline, forcing errors and capitalizing on his deep topspin drives.
“Christian’s a great player, and he proved it today. He was in the running for a Triple Crown, so I just knew that I had to have a good game plan coming into this match, stick to it, and execute. That’s all I could ask for, really.” – (Johnson)
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A Day of Success for Johnson and Todd
Before his title win, Johnson already had plenty to celebrate. His girlfriend, Parris Todd, won her first PPA title since 2022. The couple is also featured in a Super Bowl commercial for Michelob ULTRA alongside Jaume Martinez Vich and Emily Cederquist.
“Pickleball is the sport of the future. I’m glad we get to be a part of it and that it gets to be showcased on the biggest stage in sports.” – (Johnson)
Bronze Medal Match Recap
In the battle for third place, No. 7 seed Dylan Frazier edged out No. 8 seed Jack Sock in a tight three-game match. Frazier won 11-7, 11-13, 11-9, securing the bronze medal.
With this victory, Johnson continues to establish himself among the top players in men’s singles. His dominant performance sets the stage for what could be a promising year ahead.
News in Brief: Hunter Johnson Wins Men’s Singles Title
Hunter Johnson won the men’s singles title at the Proton Tucson Open, defeating Christian Alshon 11-7, 11-2. His win followed a successful day for his girlfriend, Parris Todd, and their appearance in a Super Bowl commercial. Dylan Frazier took bronze with a hard-fought win over Jack Sock.
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