Tommy Paul recently cracked the top ten for the first time in his career to snag the World No. 9 spot. On February 16, Paul competed against compatriot Jenson Brooksby in the Round of 32 at the Dallas Open.

What happened?

Paul defeated Brooksby in a hard-fought three-set match: 6-7(6), 6-3, 6-4.

The official Tennis Channel social media team called it Paul's "shot of the year contender."

Why it matters for Tommy Paul

The win was significant for Paul, as it showcased his skill and determination on the court.

Paul pulled off what many fans and media outlets are calling the "shot of the year" in tennis.

What comes next?

Paul will face Ethan Quinn on Thursday, February 16.

The winner secures a spot in the quarterfinals.

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Paul said after the match, "I was thinking maybe [I would hit a] tweener, but I was like, 'I'm going to go back and hit it straight up because that's a better chance of making that."

Paul added, "But then I was like, 'You know what, whatever. I've been messing up on [stuff], what's one more miss'? I kind of knew I hit it well. You can kind of feel it."

The Tennis TV account also called the winner a shot of the year contender.

Paul's shot was an unbelievable no-look, over-the-shoulder passing shot to win the point.

In the second set, Paul served at 1-0, 30/0.

After a long rally, Brooksby hit a topspin backhand lob that caught the defending Dallas Open champion out of position.

However, Paul did not give up on the seemingly lost point.

The 27-year-old sprinted to the baseline and hit the shot.

Paul's next match is on February 16 against Ethan Quinn.

The winner of that match will secure a spot in the quarterfinals.

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Paul's win was a significant one, as it showcased his skill and determination on the court.

The match was a hard-fought one, with both players giving it their all.

In the end, Paul emerged victorious, winning the match 6-7(6), 6-3, 6-4.

Paul's shot was one of the highlights of the match.

It was an incredible display of skill and athleticism.

Paul's win was a great one for American tennis.

It showcased the talent and determination of American players.

Paul's next match will be one to watch.

It will be a great opportunity for him to showcase his skills again.

The match will be played on February 16.

It will be a great day for tennis fans.