During the post-match press conference at the Quarterfinals of IBI24, Tommy Paul discussed his success on clay courts, crediting his experience and comfort on the surface from growing up playing on it and a productive training block.

He also shared his fandom for soccer team Lazio and expressed regret over an ankle injury in Miami.

Paul also emphasized the importance of taking a step back during matches to manage the court better and acknowledged his opponent’s powerful hits. Despite initial resistance, Paul admitted that his opponent may have encouraged him to adopt this strategy. Throughout the press conference, Paul thanked everyone for attending.

Paul in Rome, ranking, and results in 2024

Now ranked no.16, the American achieved a composed 19-7 match record in 2024. Paul is playing at the moment in Rome where he overcame the world no.86 Aslan Karatsev 6-4 6-2

, the world no.52 Dominik Koepfer 6-4 6-3, the world no.4 Daniil Medvedev 6-1 6-4 and the world no.9 Hubert Hurkacz 7-5 3-6 6-3.

Tommy conquered 1 title in 2024 in Dallas. Tommy was the runner-up in Delray Beach (Delray Beach Open).

Paul has scheduled to compete next in Geneva (Gonet Geneva Open). He will start the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 19th of May.