Polish tennis player Hubert Hurkacz has etched his name in history with a remarkable performance at the Australian Open, achieving his best-ever result in the Grand Slam tournament. The 26-year-old is now geared up to face Daniil Medvedev in the quarterfinals.
Hurkacz navigated a challenging match against French revelation Arthur Cazaux, prevailing in a thrilling encounter that ended 7-6, 7-6, 6-3. The victory signifies a significant milestone for the Polish player, who had faced Cazaux previously in a Grand Slam alongside another Polish player, Kamil Majchrzak.
The opening set saw Hurkacz bounce back from a three-game deficit, showcasing his resilience and strategic play. The set’s fate hinged on a tense tie-break, where the ninth-ranked player secured three set points, ultimately winning against Cazaux’s determined efforts.
In the second set, Hurkacz maintained a strong serving advantage, while Cazaux struggled to hold his own. Despite the Frenchman’s resilience in a marathon sixth game, Hurkacz’s relentless pressure paid off. Although Cazaux managed to secure two crucial games, Hurkacz dominated the second tie-break, winning 7-3.
Cazaux’s plea for medical assistance before the third set highlighted the persistent injuries in his career, but he valiantly returned to the court. However, struggles with serve continued, with Cazaux losing the opening game. Hurkacz maintained his dominance, securing a calm and nerve-free progression to the quarterfinals.
🇵🇱 HUBERT HURKACZ PO RAZ PIERWSZY W KARIERZE W ĆWIERĆFINALE AUSTRALIAN OPEN! Polak pokonał Arthura Cazaux 7:6(6), 7:6(3), 6:4.
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🇬🇧 THE FIRST AUSTRALIAN OPEN QF FOR HUBERT HURKACZ! He beats Arthur Cazaux 7:6(6), 7:6(3), 6:4.
🔜 Daniil Medvedev
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Hubert Hurkacz – Arthur Cazaux 3-0 (7-6, 7-6, 4-6)