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Isner highlights Mylan WTT on and off the court

The American thrilled some visiting fans just by showing up.

ByNina Pantic

Published Aug 12, 2016

It's hard to miss the crowd's sheer moment of glee as John Isner materialized before them.

On Thursday night, the Springfield Lasers hosted the San Diego Aviators for some heated Mylan World TeamTennis action. Isner, the marquee player for the Lasers, thrilled fans from all over the globe. With Springfield, Mo. serving as the sister city for Isesaki, Japan, a collection of excited fans from Asia flew in to see some top-level tennis and the nation's top-ranked male.

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Isner highlights Mylan WTT on and off the court

Isner highlights Mylan WTT on and off the court

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They brought signs too (can you spot the Pokemon?):

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Isner had some fun with his littlest fans:

Isner highlights Mylan WTT on and off the court

Isner highlights Mylan WTT on and off the court

© Susan Mullane/camerawork usa

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It wasn't all meet-and-greets for the top-ranked American. The world No. 19 competed in a tight deciding singles set for Springfield.

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With Isner winning the extended play super tiebreaker over San Diego's Ryan Harrison, Springfield got the victory, 23-21. The Lasers next host the Washington Kastles on Friday night, but Isner won't be there as he gets ready for Cincinnati next week.