Men’s Singles CIBC PPA Tour Finals 2024: Making it to the CIBC PPA Tour Finals is no small feat. The prestigious event is reserved for only the top performers in each discipline, showing players who have managed to stay at the peak of their game across a grueling 2024 season that saw 21 pro tournaments across twelve states.
This year’s finals will feature familiar faces such as Anna Leigh Waters, Ben Johns, Anna Bright, and JW Johnson, who have remained at or near the top throughout the season. However, several players have made impressive leaps in the rankings to secure a spot in the highly coveted finals in San Clemente. Let’s take a closer look at these standout players.
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Men’s Singles: Rising Stars
Hunter Johnson
- Jan. 1 Ranking: No. 54
- Current ‘The Race’ Ranking: No. 4
Hunter Johnson’s rise through the rankings is nothing short of remarkable. Despite not fully committing to a PPA schedule until April, the former SMU tennis player has secured five medals since August, including titles in Atlanta and Milwaukee—his first-ever career wins on the PPA Tour. His rapid ascent reflects his ability to perform under pressure and rise to the occasion at key events.
Quang Duong
- Jan. 1 Ranking: No. 19
- Current ‘The Race’ Ranking: No. 5
At just 18 years old, Quang Duong has had an impressive 2024 season, marked by his breakthrough performances in singles and doubles. His first singles title came in Las Vegas in October, adding to his collection of medals, which also includes a bronze in Sacramento and a silver in Houston.
With a high-energy, aggressive playstyle, Duong has proven to be a formidable opponent and will be one to watch as he heads to the finals in Southern California.
News in Brief: Men’s Singles CIBC PPA Tour Finals 2024
The 2024 CIBC PPA Tour Finals will feature several players who have made significant strides in the rankings. Notable players like Hunter Johnson and Quang Duong, who began the year ranked much lower, have risen through the standings due to strong performances across the season.
Johnson, with five medals and two titles in Atlanta and Milwaukee, and Duong, with his first singles win in Las Vegas, will bring fresh energy to the finals in San Clemente.
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