Ben Johns’ Gritty Quarterfinal Win: Ben Johns, hailed as the most decorated player in pickleball history, showed his composure under pressure during a thrilling quarterfinal match at the Select Medical Orange County Cup presented by FitVine Wines.
Initial Challenge and Spectacular Comeback
Ben Johns, Ranked No. 2, faced a challenging start against No. 6 Quang Duong, trailing 8-2 in the first game. Undeterred, Johns rallied spectacularly, stringing together nine consecutive points to claim the game 11-8. His ability to turn the momentum in his favor showcased his resilience and strategic acumen on the court.
Strategic Brilliance and Tactical Serving
As the second game unfolded, Johns once again found himself behind on the scoreboard, but his determination shone through. With precision and tactical serving, he overcame the deficit to win 11-9, securing his place in the semifinals. “In both games, once I was down, I just wanted to hit bigger serves than I was consistently throughout the match,” Johns reflected after the match.
“It felt like I kind of went bombs away on the serve, made most of them, and got a few return errors. That tightened the game up and I made a few clutch shots when it really mattered, but I think the key was serving bigger at the right moments.”-johns
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Looking Forward to Semifinals
Looking ahead, Johns now prepares to face the winner between No. 11 Chris Haworth and No. 51 Grayson Goldin in what promises to be another intense matchup on Saturday.
Stay tuned as the Select Medical Orange County Cup continues to unfold, with Johns and other top contenders showcasing their skill and determination in pursuit of pickleball glory.
News in Brief: Johns’ Gritty Quarterfinal Win
Ben Johns, renowned as pickleball’s most decorated player, demonstrated remarkable tenacity in a thrilling quarterfinal at the Select Medical Orange County Cup presented by FitVine Wines. Ranked No. 2, Johns faced an early challenge against No. 6 Quang Duong, trailing 8-2 in the first game. However, he staged an impressive comeback, winning 11-8 after stringing together nine consecutive points. Johns’ strategic brilliance and tactical serving were evident again in the second game, where he overcame a deficit to clinch an 11-9 victory and secure his spot in the semifinals.
His ability to perform under pressure highlighted his resilience and competitive edge on the court. Johns now prepares to face the winner between Chris Haworth VS Grayson Goldin, setting the stage for another compelling matchup on Saturday in the pursuit of pickleball glory at Orange County.
Our Readers Queries:
Ques: What does Ben Johns do for a living?
Ans: Ben Johns is a professional pickleball player. According to CNBC Make It, he currently earns at least $2.5 million per year from his pickleball salary and endorsement deals. At 25 years old, Johns holds the top ranking in men’s doubles and is also the top-ranked male player in mixed doubles on the Professional Pickleball Association Tour.
Ques: How many titles has Ben Johns won?
Ans: As of the Red Rock Open 2024, Ben Johns has won a total of 36 singles titles and 41 doubles titles in his pickleball career.
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