Men’s Singles CIBC PPA Tour Finals 2024: The 2024 Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Men’s Singles CIBC PPA Tour Finals are fast approaching, with the top eight male players ready to battle it out in San Clemente, California, from December 4th-8th.
Federico Staksrud leads the field after an exceptional season, firmly establishing himself as the top contender. His dominance throughout the year makes him the clear favorite heading into the finals, but with fierce competition close behind, the stakes are higher than ever. The full list of qualifiers shows a mix of experienced champions and hungry challengers aiming to claim the crown.
Top 8 Men’s Singles Rankings
Here’s how the top eight men finished this year in the singles rankings:
- Federico Staksrud – 19,100 points
- Ben Johns – 11,600 points
- Connor Garnett – 9,800 points
- Hunter Johnson – 6,925 points
- Quang Duong – 6,750 points
- Dylan Frazier – 5,900 points
- Jaume Martinez Vich – 5,750 points
- Tyson McGuffin – 5,475 points
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Men’s Singles Field: Notable Changes from Last Year
The 2024 Men’s Singles Tour Finals field looks quite different from last year’s. Only half of the 2023 finalists have returned, signaling a shift in the competitive landscape. Missing from the 2024 lineup are last year’s finalists JW Johnson (who finished 12th this season), Alshon (9th), Devilliers (16th), and Tellez (13th).
- Alshon and Devilliers battled injuries that kept them from performing at their peak.
- JW Johnson de-prioritized singles play at times during the season, leading to his lower ranking.
- Tellez, who was a strong contender last year, struggled with results this season, only making one medal match throughout the year.
Federico Staksrud: The Unbeatable Force
Federico Staksrud has been the most dominant force in singles this year, finishing at No. 1 with 19,100 points. His performance this season has been nothing short of exceptional, setting him up as the clear favorite to win the Tour Finals.
Staksrud’s forehand, showed in his thrilling performances throughout the year, remains one of the most powerful tools in his game. While Staksrud has an impressive track record, his main challenge will come from Ben Johns, who has been a consistent force but has struggled against Staksrud this season.
Ben Johns: The Main Threat
Despite a series of losses throughout the year, Ben Johns has proven himself to be a major contender, finishing in second place with 11,600 points. Johns has maintained a perfect 5-0 record against Staksrud, which may give him confidence heading into the finals.
However, Quang Duong, who has beaten Johns twice this year, remains a significant threat in this field. If Johns can reach the gold medal match unscathed, his head-to-head advantage over Staksrud could come into play, potentially giving him the edge.
News in Brief: Men’s Singles CIBC PPA Tour Finals 2024
The top 8 male singles players for the 2024 CIBC PPA Tour Finals have been set, with Federico Staksrud leading the pack. Ben Johns, who has struggled against Staksrud this year, remains his biggest challenger, with Quang Duong emerging as a key player after beating Johns twice.
The field has undergone significant changes from last year’s Tour Finals, with familiar faces like JW Johnson and Alshon missing out due to injuries and inconsistent performances. The competition in San Clemente will be fierce, but Staksrud’s dominance makes him the favorite.
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