Brooksby Upsets Paul, Advances to Houston Final Against Tiafoe

In a surprising upset at the US Men’s Clay Court Championship in Houston, qualifier Jenson Brooksby defeated top seed Tommy Paul with a score of 7-6 (5), 3-6, 7-6 (6). The match, which was affected by multiple rain delays, saw Brooksby save a match point and showcased his resilience throughout the tournament, having previously saved match points in earlier rounds. Brooksby, ranked 50th in the world, will advance to face second-seed Frances Tiafoe in the final, who won his semifinal against Brandon Nakashima. This victory marks Brooksby as one of only a few tour-level finalists ranked outside the top 500 since 1990. The match lasted just under three hours, with both players exhibiting strong performances despite the challenging conditions. If Brooksby wins the final, he would become the lowest-ranked champion in US Clay history.