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The American scored the biggest win of his career on Tuesday.

ByCody Fitzpatrick

Published Oct 04, 2017

In Tokyo, a mustachioed Steve Johnson notched his career-best win on Tuesday with a 4-6, 7-6 (5), 6-4 comeback over world No. 7 Dominic Thiem.

Along the way, the American hit a drop shot inches off the ground that, after floating over the net, took a hard turn and spun off the court.

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Johnson wasn't the only one to make the highlight reel, though. There was also an impressive backhand volley from Thiem.

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The win is Johnson's third over a Top-10 player. Perhaps just as notable is Johnson's new look.

He will next face Alexandr Dolgopolov, who is no stranger to drop shots himself.