Noe Khlif Gets Revenge on Hunter Johnson: The 2025 PPA Tour Veolia Cape Coral Open Presented by Proton continues to be filled with upsets and redemption stories, and Noe Khlif added his name to the list. In a rematch from the Tucson Open, Khlif avenged his recent loss to Hunter Johnson, taking down the No. 3 seed in straight games, 11-4, 12-10, to reach the quarterfinals.
Khlif Flips the Script on Johnson
Just weeks ago, Johnson had defeated Khlif in Tucson, going on to win the title. However, this time, Khlif took control early, delivering an impressive first-game performance, winning 11-4 to put immediate pressure on the No. 3 seed.
Johnson, known for his tenacity and experience, responded strongly in Game 2 and earned a game point at 11-10. But Khlif refused to let history repeat itself, saving the game point and sealing the win at 12-10 to close out the match in straight games.
A First PPA Semifinal Within Reach
With the victory, Khlif moves into the quarterfinals, where he will face No. 6 seed Jaume Martinez Vich. A win there would mark his first-ever singles semifinal on the PPA Tour, a significant breakthrough for the rising star.
News in Brief: Noe Khlif Gets Revenge on Hunter Johnson
Noe Khlif secured a statement win at the PPA Veolia Cape Coral Open, defeating No. 3 seed Hunter Johnson 11-4, 12-10 to advance to the quarterfinals. After falling to Johnson weeks ago in Tucson, Khlif turned the tables in Florida, saving a game point in the second game to close out the match in straight games. He will face No. 6 seed Jaume Martinez Vich next, with a spot in the semifinals on the line.
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