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Shapovalov and Griekspoor Clash at Chengdu Open
24 Sep
Summary
- Shapovalov and Griekspoor's rivalry stands at 1-1.
- Both players have had inconsistent results this year.
- This is the second appearance for both at the Chengdu Open.
Seventh seed Denis Shapovalov is set to compete against Tallon Griekspoor in the opening round of the Chengdu Open 2026. The match is scheduled for September 24, 2026, at the Sichuan International Tennis Center.
Shapovalov's season has seen mixed results, including a semifinal appearance in Dallas and a runner-up finish at the Los Cabos Open. Griekspoor has also experienced an up-and-down year, with a quarterfinal in Rotterdam and a final appearance in Dubai, though an injury affected his performance there.
Their head-to-head series is currently tied at 1-1, with Shapovalov winning their most recent clash in Munich. Both players have struggled with consistency throughout the year, with Shapovalov holding a 16-18 record and Griekspoor a 13-18 record.
This will be the second Chengdu Open appearance for both athletes. Shapovalov reached the semifinals on his debut in 2019, while Griekspoor was eliminated in the first round last year. Based on current form, Shapovalov is favored to advance.