

Photo · Karen Khachanov · Alex De Minaur
Karen Khachanov and Alex De Minaur face off in Shanghai at 6:10 AM. The score stands at 3-6, 2-3 in favor of the Russian.
The central court of the Shanghai Masters 1000 is buzzing this Tuesday, October 13, at 6:10 AM Paris time. Karen Khachanov, world No. 27 and from Russia, faces Alex De Minaur, world No. 9 and Australian, in a match that promises intensity from the first ball. The score, already underway, stands at 3-6, 2-3 in favor of the Russian, who is trying to maintain his edge in this tight second set.
From the outset, Alex De Minaur sets a fast pace with quick exchanges and solid defense. The young Australian, known for his endurance, forces Khachanov into errors. The first set concludes logically with a decisive break, ending 6-3. Khachanov, despite good resistance, struggles to find his rhythm in this high-intensity game.
The Russian, accustomed to comebacks, shows more aggression early in the second set. Despite a break conceded at 2-2, he manages to save two set points on his serve. The score remains tight, with a 3-3 tie that leaves the match’s outcome uncertain. Fatigue could play a key role in the next games, as both players have already exerted significant physical effort.
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