Dan Evans made history at the U.S. Open by winning the longest match since tiebreakers were introduced in 1970. In a thrilling encounter, Evans defeated Karen Khachanov 6-7 (6), 7-6 (2), 7-6 (4), 4-6, 6-4 in a marathon match that lasted 5 hours and 35 minutes.
Evans showed incredible resilience as he fought back from a 4-0 deficit in the fifth set, winning the final six games to secure victory. The match culminated in a dramatic 22-shot rally, with Evans delivering a decisive shot to claim the win.
This epic battle surpassed the previous record set in 1992 when Stefan Edberg defeated Michael Chang in a five-setter that lasted 5 hours and 26 minutes. Evans' victory also extended his perfect record against Khachanov to 5-0.
The sets in the match were closely contested, with durations of 68, 67, 72, 67, and 61 minutes, showcasing the intense competition between the two players. Evans emerged victorious with a total points advantage of 201-191.
Evans, who previously partnered with Andy Murray in doubles at the Olympics, now looks ahead to his second-round match against Mariano Navone of Argentina. The British player's impressive performance at the U.S. Open has set the stage for an exciting continuation of his campaign in the tournament.
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