Tommy Paul defeated Taro Daniel 6–3, 6–2 in the second round of the ATP 250 Dallas event on hard court, confirming his status as the pre-match favourite with odds of 1.27 to Daniel's 4.18. Paul's dominant performance saw him progress through the tournament without significant resistance, dismantling his opponent across both sets with a commanding display that left little room for Daniel to establish any meaningful rhythm. The American's superior court control and efficiency proved decisive in what proved a straightforward encounter. Paul's convincing victory positions him well for the quarter-finals, where he will face a fresh test against the remaining contenders in Dallas.