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Khachanov Beats Top Seed at United States Open – Here’s Why

Russian player Karen Khachanov upset third‑seed Felix Auger‑Aliassime in a four‑set victory at the United States Open.

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Key Points

4 points

Final score: 6‑7(5), 6‑3, 6‑2, 6‑2.

Khachanov broke Auger‑Aliassime’s serve seven times.

He saved seven of nine break points he faced.

This is his second top‑10 victory at a major tournament.

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After a close first‑set tiebreak, Khachanov dominated the next three sets, showcasing strong serving and aggressive play.

The win advances him to the third round, completing a rare achievement of reaching that stage in all four major tournaments this year.

His performance highlights resilience and strategic use of break points.

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9 words

upset

When a lower‑ranked player defeats a higher‑ranked opponent.

seed

A pre‑tournament ranking that predicts a player's performance.

tiebreaker

A short game played when a set reaches a 6‑6 score to decide the set winner.

break point

A moment when the receiving player can win the game by breaking the server's serve.

serve

The initial shot that starts each point in tennis.

backhand

A stroke hit with the back of the hand facing the ball.

grand slam

One of the four most prestigious tennis tournaments: Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and United States Open.

resilience

The ability to keep trying and bounce back after difficulties.

strategic

Planned carefully to achieve a goal.

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