Ben Johns vs Jack Sock at the Veolia Austin Open

[@greenbox00000]

Say what you want about Sock, but he's good for pickleball. Learning fast, having fun and even making Ben loosen up a bit. Great game!

[@FreddieFraticelli]

He’s been playing for years

[@finsup56]

Agree. I've been playing for 10+ years and yeah im extremely competitive but this game is about not taking yourself too seriously and having fun playing. Unfortunately throwing $ and corporate into the mix affects people.

[@darciisabella]

Jack's been rec playing for 8 years.

[@arautus]

@@FreddieFraticelli He may have been playing for years, but he's learning the game much faster than any pro.

[@pickleballer1729]

@@finsup56Amen, brother! I've done a lot of sports that I really enjoyed, but the social environment and the general positivity around Pickleball is in a class of its own, and we need to keep it that way.

[@86309]

Great match and very refreshing and so fun to see the human side of these great athletes! GREAT commentary as well!!

[@danhoen4129]

Absolutely love what Jack is doing. Love the showmanship, love the attitude, love how he keeps getting better and better.

[@pickleballer1729]

Totally! He's one of the Tennis converts that really adds to the game. Ironically, he seems to be bringing pro Pickleball back to a more friendly place, like it used to be, and while still keeping the quality of play absolutely top notch.

[@arautus]

I can't imagine how good he'll be in the next 6 months.

[@danhoen4129]

@@arautus yeah, if he keeps improving on this trajectory, I don't think that Johns (or anyone else) will be able to keep up. HIs forehand whip has so much power and topspin. When he hits it on target, it is pretty much unplayable.

[@arautus]

@@danhoen4129 After watching the shots he made in this match, it will be tough to refute that. His hand skills are off the charts.

[@arautus]

After watching the way Johns played the last few tourneys, I doubt if anyone will overtake him anytime soon.

[@cecilepham-nguyen2552]

Jack Socks is such a pleasure to watch. He’s so gracious and professional! Ben is the same too. Love watching these two guys battles it out on the court.

[@michellethayer1286]

People need to hop off Jack Sock, he does nothing but gaff around out there...must be why hes ranked 12

[@anupshah9779]

amazing accuracy in toughest shots with that level of agility from Jack. On the other hand as always, Ben is the best example of preserving the energy with soft but switch movements on the courts. In all fun game to watch and really spreading positive vibes for all players out there.

[@anwarsadat6825]

What a fun and high quality match. Loved it. Both are great for Pickleball. You need Jack for huge personality, amazing forehands and unbelievable court coverage. Ben for steady quality leadership and complete Pickleball.

[@michellethayer1286]

Tell me one thing Jack brings to pickleballs other than Ls. Jack brings a stupid personality, doggy forehands, and he has no range. I played Jack at my local event, he could barely hang with us rooks LMAO

[@anwarsadat6825]

@@michellethayer1286 Interesting. He did take a game off of Ben Johns and beat him in mixed doubles. And I for one have never played him. That you can beat him must mean that the rookies in your area are far superior to the rookies in the place where I live and play. 3.0 players who can beat Jack Sock is you claim! I needed a good joke to lift up my spirit this rainy day. Thank you.

[@gaiusgracchus7475]

@@anwarsadat6825 I wouldn't believe a word this troll says.

[@OneMoreTag]

Awesome play Jack. Love to see more smiles and joking from you Ben. Great chemistry.

[@mypadlcustombanz]

Jack Sock's vibe is just electrifying! His attitude and flair are exactly what pickleball needs. Makes even a doubles-only player like me wish I could jump into singles action. Watching him and Ben Johns go head-to-head is going to be epic.

[@Bob_DaBuilder-i3x]

He's the most electrifying man in sports!

[@michellethayer1286]

LMAOOO did we watch the same video?

[@chazmo1968]

I wish they would invest in high speed cameras for the line calls.

[@kabob21]

Ain’t _that_ much money/interest in professional pickleball

[@michellethayer1286]

Jack sock ruins views

[@michellethayer1286]

Nobody wants to watch sock

[@chazmo1968]

🤡

[@andrewtirado1778]

I’d love to hear this one mic’d up. Don’t know anything about his tennis m.o., but so far, in pickleball, it seems like Jack Sock has engaged the crowd - and the players - with his upbeat, fun, infectious banter (including the quick lefty vs lefty point in the third game, which I assume was his idea). Obviously, he plays well too, but again, I’d love to hear what the crowd can hear a bit easier…

[@darciisabella]

It was actually Ben's idea which he explains at the end of the video.

[@michellethayer1286]

Mic'd up would be sick. Ben Johns probably has great moments, however, when Sock speaks i might just turn the telly off.

[@shivasuresh5957]

Sock is already pushing the top pickleball players to 3 sets. It's just a matter of time before he is at top of the game.

[@danhoen4129]

To be fair, he has played for several years. But he has definitely amped up his game the last 6 months. If he keeps this trajectory of improvement, he will be at the top. Singles within the next 3-4 months and doubles within the year. His power and court coverage are unmatched.

[@johnallred3127]

@@danhoen4129 I love Ben Johns and wish him to stay on top forever. But it's clear, the strength, length, and accuracy of Jack Sock has caused a lot of us to oooh and aaah. See how he killed Tyson recently? I'm certain we will see him win a ton of championships and I predict he will become the GOAT. Again, no offense to Ben. Especially since I am a serious 3.5 level player , ha ha.

[@whuang03]

@@danhoen4129 He may played for several years as a creational player. I think this is his first year at the pro level. Thats a whole different universe.

[@danhoen4129]

@@whuang03 I've talked with people that are pretty close to the situation. His first pro match was last year, but before that, he had been playing and training with pros for a couple years.

[@aaoryk24]

@@danhoen4129before last year he was still playing pro tennis at the highest level grand slams in singles and doubles along with master 1000s

[@Yielar1]

Very entertaining singles match! Two of my favourite players for sure

[@michellethayer1286]

Two of my favorite as well. NOT! Have you seen Sock play????? Absolute casual. He could learn a few things from the Johns brothers.

[@B4inSF]

That left hand point was epic! 👏👏👏👏Too bad Jack didn't get the serve over the net!

[@michellethayer1286]

Oh really? The one where jack stuffed the return into the net? About as good as he does with his right i guess....

[@imruss18]

@@michellethayer1286 Holy crap you don't stop

[@lucyli1742]

No grunting, No screaming, just play Pickleball. ❤

[@Weltbummler23]

No grunting, no screaming, just pickling

[@michellethayer1286]

LOL maybe Jack should try grunting, being quiet doesn't work. He's clearly not fit for this sport

[@imruss18]

@@michellethayer1286 Did you and I just watch the same video?

[@Tobiko22]

The heck are the commentators talking about "Not the optimal contact point" at 0:47. Sock clearly had that shot pinpoint placed, otherwise johns would have had it.

[@JTGA38NG]

Can’t wait to see them play again in better conditions.

[@michellethayer1286]

Yeah like when Jack is in the clubhouse taking an early shower...or in the stands where he should be.

[@imruss18]

@@michellethayer1286 what is this

[@elee4368]

Crazy shots by Jack! Steady Ben

[@michellethayer1286]

LOL last set 11-5 L bozo

[@gaiusgracchus7475]

@elee4368 - just ignore the hater.

[@michellethayer1286]

@@gaiusgracchus7475 why you following me around like a dog 🐕‍🦺

[@krazieecko]

00:02 Ben Johns displays incredible shot variety and control 02:52 Jack Sock's impressive shot surprises everyone 09:07 Ben Johns showcases impressive shot variety and court awareness against Jack Sock 12:11 Ben Johns makes a comeback with strategic play 18:27 Ben Johns and Jack Sock face off at the Veolia Austin Open 20:52 Jack Sock's strong start and strategic play 26:24 Expect quick hitting points with a soft ball 28:58 Focus on limiting variables for better performance 34:10 Jack Sock tries to challenge Ben Johns with left-handed play 37:05 Jack Sock shows excellent deceptive play against Ben Johns 42:14 Ben Johns faced challenges against Jack Sock's unexpected shots Crafted by Merlin AI.

[@1973superdad]

If Sock can clean up the unforced errors, he will be unbeatable

[@ScottT109]

Yeah agreed the net serves should never happen full stop.. Actually the way I read this game was that Jack is biding his time, having fun, sort of ingratiating himself with all the top players (politiking) before he starts making minced meat of them...because you can see he has the ability to crush everyone with wicked groundies, seriously deceptive dinks and cut volleys and unbelievable (tennis acquired) speed and agility.

[@JTGA38NG]

It will be a while before he can beat Ben or Stak but he’ll definitely make some finals

[@ChanGardeningToolPark]

It's just the nature of such a top spin heavy stroke. Ground stroke, dink, & serve. He's brushing down to up so quickly on all his shots, without pushing through them, that there's a huge margin for error.

[@sallad2645]

@@JTGA38NG He'll beat them both before the end of the year.

[@ScottT109]

@@sallad2645 I think so too.

[@cbvoicenotes267]

I've noticed early on in the match Jack has been trying to hit crosscourt winners becoming a bit predictable...

[@Mr.Martini549]

Jack looked like he tweaked his right side in game one. Seemed to shake it off though. He also inexplicably looked gassed and could have used a timeout. Ben has superior conditioning.

[@MostLikedComment123]

bro ur just straight yapping 💀

[@sallad2645]

Ain't no way you said Ben is better conditioned than Jack Sock LMAO

[@michellethayer1286]

BOO HOO stop making excuses for lazy play im so tired of that...

[@tonyjohnson1424]

Can someone explain the "Let" around the 3 minute mark? Is the serve redone? Is this rule different for doubles than singles?

[@jonathandinh1793]

Yes sir serve is redone. I believe they announce it too

[@jonathandinh1793]

@2:55 they explain it

[@khoale1537]

I thought there is no longer a let call rule according to the rule book but the let calls still apply on this match at 2:50 & 10:30. Can someone please explain?

[@kvev5441]

There are several organizations PPA , APP and USA pickle ball USA is continuing play while PPA is new serve I believe

[@Liam_Maddog]

If Adam is not the default color commentator, he should be!

[@angelatanurdzic7508]

What a great service from Jack! 👍

[@michellethayer1286]

WHERE??????

[@DearDextra]

Never seen Ben smile and play, usually he is very stoic. Sock had some insane shots.

[@Will-ib7ok]

Ben would probably smiling more on the court if his other opponents were doing the same. Most of the time when people play Ben they're pretty much all business because they want to beat him so badly

[@michellethayer1286]

Ben smiled when he saw his match up for the day

[@imruss18]

@@michellethayer1286 I get it now... you're obsessed with Ben Johns

[@The_Cuban_Conservative]

Jack is my favorite singles pickleball player, he is way too good

[@ericliu1076]

What paddle is jack using? Anybody know?

[@AJ-ql6dz]

I totally understand jacks attitude about slipping. On my courts the lines and symbols are “printed” on the court with a different material and if u bear ur full weight on the line u slide. So annoying

[@Bob_DaBuilder-i3x]

Jack's out here living the dream. He's just having some fun. No pressure when you have 12 mil of tennis winnings in the bank.

[@michellethayer1286]

What dream? The one where Ben Johns dogs him relentlessly? Sounds like a nightmare....

[@Bob_DaBuilder-i3x]

@@michellethayer1286 He's out there having fun. Yeah, sometimes you lose, I'm sure he's used to that after a life time of sports. You might not understand that.

[@michellethayer1286]

@@Bob_DaBuilder-i3x You must not know my background, jack

[@brettallen1440]

Sock is just exposing current pickleball "pros" and showing that years of tennis can translate with a little time and minor adjustments, that's why people choose to hate on him.

[@nicogus2008]

did Jack retire from tennis? How did he end up playing this game? He was to 10 ATP player!

[@arautus]

Jack Sock is the best athlete in the game by far. His biggest improvement is in the Cat and Mouse game. Look out!

[@sbinsdca]

Just a matter of time until Sock claims that number 1 ranking. Learning very quickly.

[@michellethayer1286]

Maybe in womens

[@Ajmalkhan12975]

We need a SMART ball with a sensor that could indicate whether the ball is on the line or outside :D. because most of the time it creates ambiguity, you think it was IN the opponent will say it was OUT :D

[@ProfessorB.]

Or just pay for line judges! This might be the only sport of this kind that does not provide line judges.

[@adamh7947]

It is pretty uncool that the word "Humana" is written right in the playing area of the court.

[@mrbert29]

Let’s go Jack!

[@clee8019]

Why do I feel all the hate comments directed to sock are insecure pickleballers 😂. “He’s been playing rec for 8 years!” “He doesn’t take it serious” No offense but if he pushes one of the world’s best PB players like this, maybe that’s an indictment on your sport.

[@lizlemon9632]

Fun match to watch.

[@youngsuit]

26:15 is the most entertaining part of this

[@gusharalampopoulos8912]

I've never played pickleball...but I think I can be a pro.

[@Jasonyhlee]

Jack is losing on purpose for few matches. he doesn't wanna humiliate pickle ball players by beating them up too easily. what a nice guy

[@fishy7381]

Why is jack not using his signature luxe paddle?

[@MRiknowmyabc]

Did he switch to power air!?!?!?

[@namtran512]

Power is incredibly more important in Pickleball, specifically the pop on the ball.

[@sallad2645]

Because it's a fairly weak paddle for someone whose entire game revolves around passing shots.

[@chubun6631]

For most tennis players, the problem is spin, not power. You use spin to control the ball flight path, and it is very difficult to generate spin with the PB paddle and ball combination.

[@yipai8628]

Maybe Jack Sock will win his first single champion 2026!

[@asteelopaparazzi1300]

Why is there wind with all the wind blocks?

[@sbinsdca]

Wind is smart. It also comes from above.

[@asteelopaparazzi1300]

@sbinsdca oh... yes, wind... when will we ever catch up to the intelligence of it?

[@pjmeyer514]

The line calling seems so way off...

[@t14dann18]

Sock was one of the slowest, least fit players on ATP. He looks pretty fast here

[@derrick031072]

To think that not so long ago, Ben played vs Roger on his last game, Laver cup…

[@bradenburzynski]

That was Jack Sock

[@pierre6963]

Sock who have been playing tennis all his life and had been top 10, could not even be in top 100 in ATP today even if he tried (he did) But in few months of serious pickleball training (he only played for fun before that) he already reach’s a top 15 world level.. There is a world between these two sports

[@sbinsdca]

It's a different sport. Stop comparing it to tennis. Sock has amazing hands, court sense and he was one of the best tennis doubles players.

[@pierre6963]

@@sbinsdca i compare if I want, and yeah tennis requires more technicals and physicals skills than Pickleball, it’s pretty obvious

[@patrickhamning1734]

Sock needs to stick to the red max air control. The invikta doesn't have the spin potential he needs

[@user-fb1yt9ji4m]

Why was RULE CHANGED IN PICKLEBALL. WHEN NET SERVE HAPPENED IT WAS ALLOWED.BEEN CHANGED TO LET. PLEASE EXPLAIN

[@jev2867]

A retired slams winner, olympics medalist, tennis player losing in pickleball?

[@URAZKIVANER]

I believe any ATP player who is inside 200-300 can be the number one Pickle ball player. They are all better athletes and better ball strikers than Sock. This game is too easy for tennis players to pick up and if you are good at tennis you would beat a lot of unbeatable pickle ballers ;) Can you imagine roger picking up the paddle 😉😉

[@jaszong]

Its too hard for him

[@keithrobben1183]

Sock was at one time the #8 in the ATP lol. They are all better athletes than him??

[@user-fb1yt9ji4m]

Connecticut not good enough? Sheeeesh. Why DOESNT PRO PICKLEBALL COME TO CONNECTICUT??? Would love to watch pro pickleball IN PERSON. Much better than utube

[@partybhoy1967]

jack 1000% more entertaining player than jonhs. also if this is going to be sustainable on pro level they need a hawk-eye system. Feels like some line shots were missed throughout the match.

[@lostpianist]

When Im older and my body doesnt work anymore Ill try pickleball

[@gaiusgracchus7475]

Yes, those athletes surely have bodies that don't work anymore. /s

[@lostpianist]

@@gaiusgracchus7475 never said that, but ok, thank you for your time

[@willpelton5998]

Damn. He almost had it.

[@debanshusharma6918]

Same ol

[@user9b2]

This shot looked out to me 6:19 but was counted in 6:19 ?

[@fkporsche1]

Good fun friendly challenge. 😂

[@sallad2645]

Ben got away with a few calls there I think. a few of those balls looked SUPER close.

[@abizarra]

13:22 what did the announcer say? 😂😂

[@semantica-james]

check out the audience of maybe 14 people.

[@user-fb1yt9ji4m]

will pickleball go to rally scoring??

[@contourman6692]

Sock looks he is toying with Johns at times and misses easy shots. Almost like he is holding back.

[@lByruml]

I thought if the ball hits the bet but clears the kitchen it's still in play, am I wrong?

[@patrickhamning1734]

Ben johns looking like he did a 10 mile jog so he could be in better shape to play this demon sock

[@landonperez7521]

That color of court is killing me I hate it

[@kirkrikster]

Mark my words I'm gonna beat both these guys by the end of the year

[@robertbickford2021]

Pick ballers beware. When thr money gets close to tennis there will be more crossover and with more world class tennis players like sock in the game ben John's will take a back seat.

[@929mmr]

Yeah. I'm ok with that. Not sure you are right since Sock is a world class tennis player but John's won't be #1 forever. His control and touch are pretty incredible though.

[@americantruth9001]

No budget for Hawkeye? Way too many bad calls on both sides. Sock is huge no wonder he left tennis. Can't believe people still play this slow game. Sign me up because I could beat both of these guys easily.

[@tmst2199]

Watching my first pickleball as a tennis fan. It's pretty weak. Are there any decent rallies?

[@nengstro]

Ping Pong meets tennis

[@reqless0ne]

At this level, get line judges.

[@HeadingWatch]

Gonzalez Jessica Anderson Gary Clark Shirley

[@billsalcido7878]

gray video is depressing

[@m3toz4]

Jack body built for tennis why he chose pickleball?

[@y2jandy]

The commentators try to hype up every slightly athletic move that Jack makes 😂 pathetic game

[@chiewbacca1174]

Jack Sock will destroy this Ben who? Johns guy in tennis, Jack has played in tennis grandslams, what about ben? 🤣🤣🤣

[@viciousgsx1]

One on one looks to hard. Kind of boring to watch. Lol

[@SCKGHOST]

What the heck is this!!! life size ping pong 😅

[@chispecs]

lol where ya been the past 5 years!?

[@temitayoadekoya8651]

jack clown

[@fidelio11199]

Sock is such a bad looser! last tournament he played against the kid Cason who beat Sock in the second game, so... Sock didnt even go to the net to tap paddles, but Sock tap paddles in the 1st game when Sock beat the boy. What a sore loser!!!!. He tap paddles with Ben because Sucks is literally a "nobody" when he plays against Ben.

[@Barcelonapanama10]

Huh

[@contourman6692]

lmao. Sock is a great guy and just having fun. Maybe watch the video again

[@sbinsdca]

It's loser not looser

[@osint6372]

Jack Sock is laughing at all those making fun...........He plays pickleball now that he cannot compete seriously in tennis...... He played against Roger Federer and other tennis greats NOT against these pickleball buffoons.......and NO I dont dislike pickleball ..Jack Sock has reached a lever in sport than none of these pickleball guys will ever reach......

[@KeithCharms]

Gay. Tennis is better

[@Zenon-fg4dw]

Jack Sock is wearing out his pickleball honeymoon. His antics are now wearing thin. He seems to think he is bigger than the game.

[@contourman6692]

ah no. Pickleball needs a personality. Too many boring athletes but I am sure you know something about being boring.

[@sbinsdca]

🙄

[@gibbleway]

Jack sock is a slapshot bum thats how he came into this sport and he made a lot of money being a good slapshot artist in tennis. smh

[@sbinsdca]

🙄

[@mmnotes95]

socks ball clearly in at 40.49

[@veganpork7601]

Pro pickleball players are so goofy. I guarantee any state-level high school tennis player could practice pickleball for a couple weeks and be able to compete with this guy 💀

[@7nalsur]

Jack sock was top ten in the world in tennis at one point and he still can’t beat Ben. You just sound like someone who doesn’t play pickleball competitively.

[@veganpork7601]

@@7nalsur "You sound like someone who doesn't play pickleball competitively" 🤓☝

[@sbinsdca]

You're so far off it's hardly with replying. How long have you been playing pickleball?

[@veganpork7601]

@@sbinsdca "How long have you been playing pickleball" 🤓☝

[@MattFitzgerald-it2zp]

Weak troll

[@shadyvoid6731]

Lmao tennis from 1 rupee scam store