Tournament Recap: Boys’ 18 and 16 National Clay Court Championships 2025

The 2025 USTA Boys’ 18 and 16 National Clay Court Championships—fondly dubbed “Clays at the Beach”—returned for its 58th edition, marking 17 years of elite junior competition hosted in Delray Beach. This year's tournament welcomed top talent from 34 states, turning South Florida’s clay courts into a proving ground for the next generation of stars.

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Michael Antonius of Buffalo, NY, emerged as the Boys’ 18s Singles Champion, showcasing grit and game well beyond his years.

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In the Boys’ 16s division, Keshav Muthuvel of Pleasanton, CA, claimed the title with an impressive run through a loaded draw.

Many of today’s pros—like Ben Shelton, Tommy Paul, and Reilly Opelka—once battled it out here, making this event a critical milestone on the junior path to the ATP Tour.

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Beyond the trophies, the event drew the attention of college scouts nationwide. Schools from Ivy League powerhouses like Yale and Princeton to D-I tennis strongholds like Florida, Michigan, and LSU were represented, giving young athletes a stage to shine.

With bright sun, passionate fans, and world-class play, Clays at the Beach once again proved why it remains a cornerstone of American junior tennis.

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