Overview

• Jenson Brooksby, ranked 507th in the world, defeated Frances Tiafoe 6-4, 6-2 to claim his first ATP title at the U.S. Men's Clay Court Championship in Houston.
• Brooksby became the third-lowest-ranked ATP champion since 1990 and the first qualifier to win the tournament since 2007.
• His victory followed a series of dramatic matches where he saved match points in three different rounds, including against top-seeded Tommy Paul in the semifinals.
• Diagnosed with autism as a child, Brooksby achieved this milestone during World Autism Month, inspiring others with his story of resilience.
• This win marks a significant career comeback for Brooksby, whose ranking will rise to inside the top 200 after a 13-month suspension and two wrist surgeries disrupted his career.