Red Rock Open Men’s Singles Draw Revealed: The Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open is set to deliver high-intensity men’s singles action as Christian Alshon enters as the top contender. The PPA Tour event in St. George, Utah, will feature a new tournament format and air nationally on FOX. Alshon, fresh off back-to-back titles at the 2025 Veolia Cape Coral Open and 2025 CIBC Texas Open, is looking for a three-peat and will face a stacked field of challengers.
Tournament Format and Key Schedule
The event follows a revised format designed to enhance competition:
Wednesday: Singles matches up to the quarterfinals
Thursday: Mixed doubles
Friday: Men’s and women’s doubles
Saturday: Semifinals
Sunday: Championship matches (4:30–6:30 PM ET on FOX)
With the altitude in St. George (2,800 feet) playing a role, local and high-altitude players may have an advantage. Additionally, the absence of key players like Ben Johns and Tyson McGuffin makes this an opportunity for new champions to emerge.
Christian Alshon’s Road to the Final
Alshon’s dominant form makes him a top favorite, but he will need to overcome a challenging draw:
Round of 32: DJ Young (#26 seed)
Round of 16: Yates Johnson (#11 seed, returning from injury)
Quarterfinals: Connor Garnett (#3 seed)
Semifinals: Federico Staksrud (#1 seed, men’s doubles partner)
If Alshon maintains his current aggressive playstyle, he could be on his way to his third straight PPA Tour title.
Top Challengers to Watch
Several big names are looking to stop Alshon’s momentum:
Federico Staksrud (#1 seed): A strong singles player and Alshon’s doubles partner.
Hunter Johnson (#2 seed): A talented player but dealing with an ankle injury from McKinney.
JW Johnson (#4 seed): A consistent performer aiming for his first 2025 title.
Jack Sock (#7 seed): A former ATP tennis star and 2023 runner-up in this event.
Pablo Tellez: Making his return after missing last season due to a car accident.
The draw is wide open, and with injuries and upsets likely, several rising stars could break through in Utah.
Where to Watch the Action
Pickleball fans can tune in on multiple platforms:
FOX (Championship Sunday: 4:30–6:30 PM ET)
FS1 & FS2 (select matches)
Pickleball TV app (with DVR features)
What’s Next for the PPA Tour?
After the Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open, the PPA Tour continues with:
Veolia North Carolina Open (April)
Atlanta Slam (May 13–19)
Select Medical Orange County Cup (June 17–22)
With high stakes, a deep field, and national TV coverage, the men’s singles division at the Red Rock Open is expected to be one of the most exciting yet. Will Christian Alshon secure his third straight title, or will a new champion emerge?
News in Brief: Red Rock Open Men’s Singles Draw Revealed
Christian Alshon headlines the Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open as he looks for a third straight PPA Tour title. He faces a tough draw, including Federico Staksrud and Jack Sock. The men’s singles final will air live on FOX this Sunday at 4:30 PM ET.
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