Ben and Collin Johns Win PPA Atlanta Gold: Ben and Collin Johns concluded their Atlanta campaign with a decisive 11-4, 11-0, 6-11, 11-4 victory over Tyson McGuffin and Jaume Martinez Vich. Their win secured the men’s doubles gold, marking their first title together since April.
Mastering the Kitchen Line
The No. 2 seeds demonstrated a commanding performance, effectively countering Martinez Vich’s speed-ups and dominating the dink rallies at the kitchen line. Despite a hiccup in Game 3, where McGuffin and Martinez Vich managed to make a comeback, the Johns brothers maintained their composure and sealed the match in four games.
Reflections on the Victory
“This one feels especially good,” Collin Johns said, reflecting on the significance of their win after a long title drought.
Ben Johns highlighted his brother’s contributions, especially in light of recent criticism. “Collin’s steady, he always adapts to whatever is thrown at him, and he’s good in adverse conditions,” Ben noted. “I think the biggest thing is that he keeps improving. He’s always looking to add stuff to his game, and you can never count out a player that’s always getting better.”
News in Brief: Ben and Collin Johns Win PPA Atlanta Gold
Ben and Collin Johns secured the men’s doubles gold at the Atlanta event with an 11-4, 11-0, 6-11, 11-4 win over Tyson McGuffin and Jaume Martinez Vich. This victory is their first title together since April. The Johns brothers effectively neutralized their opponents’ speed and excelled at the kitchen line. Collin Johns’ adaptability and improvement were key factors, as noted by Ben.
