For the first time since 1991, an ATP tournament has witnessed an all-American quarterfinal lineup, and it’s happening at the U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championships in Houston. This historic moment has brought back memories of the Orlando event over three decades ago, where eight American players dominated the quarterfinal stage.
The 2025 Houston tournament has seen a stellar performance from Frances Tiafoe, Tommy Paul, Brandon Nakashima, Alex Michelsen, Christopher Eubanks, Jenson Brooksby, Colton Smith, and Aleksandar Kovacevic. These players have showcased their skills and determination, ensuring that the stars and stripes are well-represented in the final eight.
Frances Tiafoe, a former champion at this event, continues to impress with his consistent performances on clay. Meanwhile, Alex Michelsen’s victory over Adrian Mannarino secured the all-American lineup, marking a significant milestone in his young career. Tommy Paul and Jenson Brooksby also delivered thrilling matches, overcoming tough opponents to advance.
This achievement highlights the depth of talent in American men’s tennis and serves as a reminder of the country’s rich history in the sport. Fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming matches, hoping to see one of these players lift the trophy and add another chapter to this remarkable story.
Tiafoe in Houston, ranking, and results in 2025
Currently the world no.17, Frances has managed to achieve a 7-6 match record in 2025. Tiafoe is currently having a run in Houston where he defeated Unknown Player bye and the world no.85 Adam Walton 7-5 6-3.
Frances Tiafoe will take on the world no.34 Alex Michelsen in the quarter. Their current head to head is 1-0 for Tiafoe.
The American won 4 titles in his career: 2 on hard courts, 1 on clay courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Paul in Houston, ranking, and results in 2025
Ranked no.13, Tommy has managed to achieve a compiled 14-5 match record in 2025. The American is now playing in Houston where he beat Unknown Player bye and the world no.133 Cristian Garin 2-6 6-2 7-6(5).
will play the world no.200 Colton Smith in the quarter on Friday at 2:30 pm on STADIUM COURT. They have never competed against each other until now in top competitions.The American won 4 titles in his career: 3 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
He is also scheduled to play in Madrid Challenger (Madrid Challenger). The main draw will start on the 7th of April.
Frances Tiafoe and Tommy Paul played each other 6 times. Their current record is 3-3.
Nakashima in Houston, ranking, and results in 2025
Currently ranked no.33, Nakashima has managed to achieve a composed 11-8 record in 2025. Nakashima is participating in Houston where he overcame Unknown Player bye and the world no.100 Mackenzie Mcdonald 6-1 7-5.
Brandon Nakashima will play the world no.117 Christopher Eubanks in the quarter. Their current record is 4-2 for Nakashima.
Brooksby in Houston, ranking, and results in 2025
Ranked no.507, the American has achieved a composed 7-6 match record in 2025. Jenson is currently competing in Houston where he bested the world no.140 Federico Agustin Gomez 3-6 7-6(5) 6-4, the world no.390 Patrick Maloney 6-4 6-2, the world no.124 Taro Daniel 6-4 6-4 and the world no.32 Alejandro Tabilo 3-6 6-4 7-6(6).
Jenson Brooksby will take on the world no.79 Aleksandar Kovacevic in the quarter on Friday at 12:00 pm on STADIUM COURT. Their head to head is 1-0 for Brooksby.
Brandon Nakashima and Jenson Brooksby played each other once. The head to head is 1-0 for Brooksby.