ATP - ATP Houston


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by Tyler Doty | in Tennis Picks
We're down to the quarterfinals in this 2025 ATP Houston tournament. Tommy Paul and Colton Smith will face each other on the clay court at 1:00 PM ET. The 27-year-old Paul showed great fighting qualities in his last match against Cristian Garín. After a weak first set, he fought his way back and eventually won 2:6, 6:2, 7:6(5). Paul was also in strong form in Miami, even though he suffered a bitter defeat to Francisco Cerundolo in the round of 16. Despite a strong second set, he lost 6:2, 4:6, 6:7, having previously defeated the powerful Bublik in a thriller - 5:7, 7:5, 6:4. In Indian Wells, he lost to Daniil Medvedev (4:6, 0:6), but had proved his class in the previous match with a commanding 6:2, 6:3 against Norrie. Overall, Paul is currently showing a variable baseline game, combined with clever net attacks and mental maturity.
Colton Smith, on the other hand, is living his dream. The 22-year-old is really showing up in Houston. He has won five matches in a row - including smooth two-set victories against Ethan Quinn (6:4, 6:2) and James Duckworth (6:2, 6:2). Liam Draxl and Evan Zhu also had no chance against Smith's powerful forehand and uncompromising return game. The youngster plays courageously, moves explosively around the court and is not afraid of big names.
Smith also shone at the Challenger in Phoenix a few weeks ago, beating the experienced Roman Safiullin 7:6, 6:2 and eliminating Alexander Shevchenko, among others. He only lost to the seeded Nuno Borges in the round of 16 - albeit after a strong fight (4:6, 4:6). In Indian Wells, he surprised everyone with a three-set win against Flavio Cobolli, where he also demonstrated his fine feel for the game.
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Tommy Paul vs Colton Smith Form
Tommy Paul and Colton Smith Latest Matches
4/6 (67%)
2/6 (33%)
Apr 2, 2025 - ATP Houston
Mar 23, 2025 - ATP Miami
Mar 21, 2025 - ATP Miami
Mar 12, 2025 - ATP Indian Wells
Mar 9, 2025 - ATP Indian Wells
Mar 7, 2025 - ATP Indian Wells
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
Apr 2, 2025 - ATP Houston
Apr 1, 2025 - ATP Houston
Mar 30, 2025 - ATP Houston
Mar 29, 2025 - ATP Houston
Mar 14, 2025 - Phoenix, USA, China, Qualifying
Mar 13, 2025 - Phoenix, USA, China, Qualifying
Tommy Paul - Colton Smith Key Points
- This is the first time the two have met.
- Tommy Paul is ranked 13th in the world.
- Colton Smith is ranked 200 in the world.
- Colton Smith has made a confident start in Houston with four matches without losing a point.
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Our Tommy Paul vs Colton Smith Prediction
Our money is on Tommy Paul. The veteran not only brings more experience but also more quality in the long rallies. His performance against Garín was a statement. Mentally, Paul has been strong, and his play has been consistent throughout the tournament.
Colton Smith plays courageously but has not yet been put to the test. Four clear wins - yes. But no opponent from the top 100. Paul knows the big stages, Smith is in an ATP quarter-final for the first time. The difference in class should become apparent in the best-of-three. Paul has a greater variety of shots, better timing, and a more consistent backhand. Smith will fight, maybe even keep up for a set. But in the end, routine and game intelligence will prevail. Paul is also physically more robust.
Our Tommy Paul vs Colton Smith prediction: Tommy Paul wins.
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