Playing under the lights at the U.S. Open, Dan Evans made history with a thrilling victory over Karen Khachanov in the longest match since tiebreakers were introduced in 1970. The match lasted a grueling 5 hours and 35 minutes, with Evans eventually prevailing 6-7 (6), 7-6 (2), 7-6 (4), 4-6, 6-4.
Evans fought back from a 4-0 deficit in the fifth set, showcasing his resilience and determination. The match culminated in a tense 22-shot rally, ending with a powerful shot from Evans that Khachanov couldn’t return with his backhand.
This incredible display of endurance and skill surpassed the previous U.S. Open record set in 1992, solidifying Evans’ place in tennis history. With this victory, Evans improved his record to 5-0 against Khachanov, setting up an exciting second-round matchup against Mariano Navone of Argentina.
As a player who recently teamed up with Andy Murray at the Olympics, Evans continues to impress and make his mark on the tennis world. Stay tuned for more thrilling matches and updates from the U.S. Open by following AP tennis coverage at https://apnews.com/hub/tennis.
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