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Khachanov Outlasts Teen Star in US Open Epic
8 Sep
Summary
- Khachanov won a five-set thriller against Learner Tien.
- The match lasted nearly four hours of physical battle.
- Khachanov advanced to his seventh major quarter-final.
Karen Khachanov secured his seventh career major quarter-final appearance on Monday, emerging victorious from a dramatic five-set encounter at the US Open. He defeated the 20-year-old American, Learner Tien, in a hard-fought battle that spanned three hours and 50 minutes. The match was a testament to Khachanov's resilience and intensity.
Khachanov described the match as 'crazy,' acknowledging Tien's defensive prowess which made every point a challenge. Despite a mixed record on North American hard courts this season, Khachanov has found his form at the final major of the year. He will now face 28th seed Alexander Blockx in his next match.