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Michelsen Stuns Nakashima at US Open
2 Sep
Summary
- Alex Michelsen defeated Brandon Nakashima in the US Open second round.
- Nakashima, who had a strong summer, struggled with his usual powerful game.
- Michelsen controlled the match with his serve and forehand.
Rising American Alex Michelsen achieved a significant upset at the US Open, defeating his compatriot Brandon Nakashima in the second round. Michelsen, aged 22, won the match in straight sets, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4.
Nakashima, 25, entered the tournament as the 16th seed and had been one of the season's most in-form players. He reached a final and two semi-finals in lead-up tournaments, showcasing a hard-hitting style suited for hard courts. However, on Wednesday, his powerful game was notably absent.
Michelsen capitalized on Nakashima's subdued performance, dictating points with his strong serve and heavy forehand. Although both players hail from Southern California and are familiar with each other's games from practice, this was their first professional encounter. Nakashima acknowledged his disappointment, stating his performance was far below his capabilities, despite acknowledging Michelsen's solid play. The loss opens up Nakashima's section of the draw, which also included Novak Djokovic.
