In what has been the best match thus far in the 2026 Miami Open, French tennis star Arthur Fils defeated American Tommy Paul in three sets, 6-7, 7-6, 7-6.
Neither player could win a set without enduring a tiebreaker, and Paul came out on top in the first, but Fils dug deep to win the next two.
He was down 6-2 in the third tiebreak and won five consecutive points saving multiple match points.
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Fils has frightening power
The topspin and power coming off of Filsâs racquet was amazing and frightening. Paul also dialed up his power and was very aggressive knowing that would be required to win.
It was a physical match that lasted more than 2 3/4 hours, and most of the time Paul looked to be the fresher of the two players.
Fils, soaked in perspiration from head to toe, was sucking down Gatorade, pickle juice, and bananas to gain energy.
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Arthur Fils is back
Fils suffered a back injury that forced him to withdraw during the French Open last year. He missed the rest of the season, and some feared it would be career threatening.
At 21, he is one of the best young talents on the ATP Tour, and in my opinion, if he stays healthy, is the biggest threat to Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinnerâs dominance.
His forehand is exceptional, and winners in excess of 105 miles per hour are the norm for him.
The crowd was cheering for Paul; however, they gave Fils props for the win. It was yet another match with plenty of empty seats considering a hometown player was on the court. Paul was born in New Jersey but lives in Boca Raton, less than 50 miles away from Miami.
Mar 25, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Arthur Fils of France reacts during his match against Tommy Paul of the United States in the quarter finals of the menâs singles at the Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Frey-Imagn Images
Fils advances to the semifinals and will face Jiri Lehecka on Friday, March 27. Watch the Miami Open through its conclusion on March 29 on the Tennis Channel.
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