Tyson McGuffin Shocks Ben Johns: In a hard-fought battle on Humana Championship Court, No. 7 Tyson McGuffin upset No. 2, Ben Johns, 13-11, 11-9, setting a dramatic tone in the men’s singles Erne Pool at the CIBC PPA Tour Finals. The match, which lasted 45 minutes, saw McGuffin outlast Johns, showcasing his resilience and skill against the defending champion.
A Milestone Victory
The victory was particularly meaningful for McGuffin, who at 34, proved that age is no obstacle to competing at the highest level in singles. “It means a lot. Me being 34 and just knowing that I can still compete at this level in singles in my 30s, I’m just grateful to be doing it,” McGuffin said after the match. “I hadn’t beaten Benny for like two years now. It’s nice to get over the hump.”
A Setback for the Defending Champion
For Johns, the defeat marked a tough start to his defense of the men’s singles gold medal at the CIBC PPA Tour Finals. The loss came as a surprise to many, but McGuffin’s strong performance made it clear that the tournament would be full of surprises.
News in Brief: Tyson McGuffin Shocks Ben Johns
Tyson McGuffin upset No. 2 Ben Johns 13-11, 11-9 in the men’s singles Erne Pool at the CIBC PPA Tour Finals. McGuffin, at 34, expressed gratitude for being able to compete at a high level in his 30s and noted the significance of breaking a two-year losing streak against Johns. Johns, the defending gold medalist, faced an early setback in his title defense.
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