In a surprising turn of events, Jordan Thompson, a relatively unknown player ranked 60th in the world, managed to defeat ninth-ranked Alexander Zverev in the opening round of the Japan Open. This unexpected win marks Thompson’s second victory over a top-10 opponent this season, with his previous triumph coming against Stefanos Tsitsipas at Indian Wells.
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Hubert Hurkacz displayed an awe-inspiring performance as he secured his second Masters title in an exhilarating final at the Shanghai Masters on Sunday. Going head-to-head against Andrey Rublev, the Polish player showcased remarkable resilience by saving a match point before ultimately triumphing with a scoreline of 6-3, 3-6, 7-6 (8). The match was filled with
Seventh-ranked Andrey Rublev had a bittersweet moment as he advanced to the final of the Shanghai Masters. After defeating his friend Grigor Dimitrov 7-6 (7), 6-3, Rublev expressed mixed feelings about the win. “It’s not easy when you win matches against friends because you feel both sides,” Rublev candidly shared. “You feel sad, but at
In a thrilling quarterfinal match at the Korea Open, Jessica Pegula showcased her determination and skill by defeating Claire Liu with a comeback victory. Pegula, currently ranked fourth in the tournament, overcame a slow start and managed to turn the game around, winning 4-6, 6-3, 6-0. With three titles already under her belt this season,
Sebastian Korda, the rising star of American tennis, achieved a remarkable milestone at the Shanghai Masters. For the first time in his career, Korda advanced to the semifinals of a prestigious Masters tournament. His hard-fought victory over fellow American Ben Shelton showcased his mental fortitude and determination. Despite facing adversity, Korda managed to bounce back
In a surprising turn of events at the Shanghai Masters, Grigor Dimitrov caused a major upset by defeating second-ranked Carlos Alcaraz. The Bulgarian player, who had previously struggled against the former world No. 1, showcased exceptional skills from both wings and utilized his backhand drop shot effectively to keep Alcaraz off balance. A Battle of
In a surprising turn of events at the Korea Open, several highly ranked players faced unexpected defeats in the first round. Second-seeded Jelena Ostapenko, known for her powerful game, was eliminated by wild card Dayeon Back in a thrilling three-set match. This marked Back’s first time advancing past the first round in her three appearances
Iga Swiatek, currently ranked second in the world, showcased her exceptional skills and dominance in the China Open final, defeating Liudmila Samsonova with a near-perfect 6-2, 6-2 victory. This win marked Swiatek’s tour-leading fifth title of the season and her 16th career title overall. The young Polish player’s triumph further cements her remarkable 2023 campaign,
In a stunning turn of events, Iga Swiatek, the second-ranked player in the tournament, halted Coco Gauff’s incredible 16-match winning streak at the China Open. Gauff, who had been on a high after her triumph at the US Open, suffered her first loss since the quarterfinals in Montreal. This defeat comes as a significant blow
In a highly anticipated match at the China Open, second-seeded Iga Swiatek battled her way into the semifinals after a grueling three-set encounter against No.9 Caroline Garcia. The tension was palpable as both players showcased their skills and determination on the court. Despite losing the first set in a tiebreak, Swiatek showcased her resilience and
Coco Gauff, the third-ranked American tennis player, displayed her exceptional skills once again at the China Open. She overcame a massive challenge by saving four set points against Veronika Kudermetova, the 16th seed, to secure a thrilling 7-6 (5), 6-2 victory in the third round. This win extended Gauff’s remarkable winning streak to an awe-inspiring
Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner showcased his determination and skill as he claimed his third title of the year and ninth overall by defeating second-seeded Daniil Medvedev in the final of the China Open. The victory marked a significant milestone for Sinner, who had previously lost to Medvedev in all six of their previous encounters.