Tommy Paul and Jenson Brooksby are set to renew their rivalry in the first round of the Dallas Open this Wednesday, marking their second consecutive meeting at the tournament. Last year, Paul triumphed over Brooksby in a hard-fought match, winning 6-7(6), 6-3, 6-4. Paul, currently ranked 24th in the world, went on to have a successful run in the tournament, reaching the semifinals before losing to Denis Shapovalov, the eventual champion.
As Paul returns to the Dallas Open, he carries a renewed sense of confidence after overcoming various injuries in 2025. His performance has been impressive as he reached the semifinals in Adelaide and made it to the fourth round of the Australian Open, where he was eliminated by Carlos Alcaraz, the tournament’s champion. Fresh off a successful Davis Cup outing with Team USA on clay, Paul is expected to transition smoothly back to hard courts, demonstrating his adaptability as a proficient all-court player.
In contrast, Brooksby has faced challenges this year, exiting early in tournaments at both Auckland and the Australian Open. Given Paul’s strong form and Brooksby’s recent struggles, many anticipate that Paul will secure victory in a more decisive manner than their previous encounter.
Predictions favor Paul to win in a straightforward two sets, adding further excitement to the Dallas Open as players vie for the championship.