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Thompson sends Zverev tumbling at ATP event in Tokyo

Australia's Jordan Thompson has recorded one of the best wins of his career, beating former number-two ranked Alexander Zverev in the opening round of the ATP's Japan Open in Tokyo.

A fortnight a suffering a disappointing first-round loss to world No.148 Terence Atmane of France at the Shangahi Masters, Thompson ousted the third seed 6-3 6-4 to set up a round-of-16 clash with in-form American left-hander Ben Shelton or local qualifier Taro Daniel.

"I'll get better," 29-year-old Thompson said after his 95-minute upset.

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