At just 16 years of age, Maximilian Wild of Murrieta is quickly becoming a force to be reckoned with in the area. Last week Wild and his partner, Andrew Ton of Milpitas, played in the Finals of the National Boys 16 Tennis Championships in Kalamazoo, Michigan, where the two captured the gold balls, defeating the No. 11 seeds 7-6(5), 6-3.
Labeled as one of the most prestigious junior tournaments in the USA, with many renowned players having won it in the past (John McEnroe and Jimmy Connors), Wild and Ton had their work cut out for them.
Thanks to the ability to stay composed throughout the first two sets, the boys put the final set of the match away for good with strong serves and great net play.
Having only played together once before, just two weeks earlier, the two became great friends after playing in an 18’s tournament and have built great chemistry together on and off the courts.
Max, who trains with coaches Bill Behrens (Murrieta) and Justin Montgomery (Temecula), is a strong right-handed competitor and Ton is a left-hander, which gives the pair a strong advantage. Of course with the energy they bring and the positive approach to the game, both athletes look to continue to stay in the spotlight for many years to come.
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