Michelsen, the No. 3 seed, returned to the final with a 6-2, 6-0 semifinal win, ending Opelka's effort in his first tournament since 2022.

Three wins in Newport in his first tournament since 2022 have vaulted the 6-foot-11 big man back into the conversation.

No. 2 seed Mannarino defeated the 18-year-old in straight sets to win the Hall of Fame Open.

“It doesn’t feel like I’m in the final,” said the rising American after defeating four-time event winner John Isner, 7-6 (6), 6-4, on Saturday.

Both won all-American quarterfinals Friday and share a connection with the University of Georgia.

“I couldn’t think of a better place to make my comeback, and I’m excited to hit the grass once again,” the South African said about returning at the Infosys Hall of Fame Open.

"It's an incredible feeling winning my first title," said Cressy, who injured his left knee and had to take an injury timeout before the final point of the third set.

The former world No. 1 overcame Max Purcell, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1, to book his quarterfinal place Wednesday.

He's the all-time leader in aces, and he prevailed in the sport's longest match ever—but his qualifications go beyond that of a typical player.

The former world No. 5 returns to the Top 100 after winning his first ATP title in over two years.

The South African served his way through a valiant effort from Jenson Brooksby.