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Alcaraz Faces Tough Vienna Opener vs. Khachanov
27 Oct
Summary
- Alcaraz aims to regain form after an early exit in Shanghai.
- Khachanov brings strong US Open semifinal momentum to Vienna.
- Alcaraz leads their head-to-head series 6-0.
Carlos Alcaraz is set for a demanding opening round at the 2026 Vienna Open as he confronts Karen Khachanov on Tuesday. Alcaraz seeks to re-establish his winning form after an unexpected third-round defeat at the Shanghai Masters, aiming to capitalize on the ongoing indoor hard-court season. He has already secured three titles in 2026, including the Japan Open.
Khachanov arrives in Vienna bolstered by his performance at the US Open, reaching the semifinals. His campaign also included quarterfinal and fourth-round appearances in Beijing and Shanghai, respectively. Known for his potent serve and aggressive groundstrokes, Khachanov poses a significant threat on indoor hard courts, capable of dictating play and pressuring opponents.
Historically, Alcaraz has dominated their head-to-head matchups, leading 6-0. This includes a hard-fought three-set victory against Khachanov in Doha earlier this year. Despite Khachanov's recent strong performances, Alcaraz is predicted to advance, though the match is expected to be competitive and potentially extend to three sets.
