"I'm Here Now" – Toby Samuel Climbs from World No. 1,871 to US Open Second Round
Toby Samuel, the 23‑year‑old Briton who has been affectionately nicknamed the "Winchester Rifle" for his thunderous serve, has scripted a fairy‑tale ascent in professional tennis. At the start of 2025 he was languishing at world No. 1,871, a ranking that would normally confine a player to the fringes of the sport. Yet, within a single season he has broken into the top 100 and earned a place in th…
Aug. 31, 2026, 5:30 p.m.