American Sebastian Korda battled through a tough quarterfinal match to secure victory at the Winston-Salem Open. The third-seeded player faced 12th-seeded Richard Gasquet in a marathon match that lasted 2 hours and 31 minutes. Despite struggling in the first set, Korda displayed his stamina and powerful backhand to turn the tide in his favor. He won the match 4-6, 6-1, 7-6 (9-7) after a grueling battle.
Korda, who was a wild-card entry and had been dealing with a wrist injury, showed great determination and mental strength. Despite a slight ankle turn during the match, he fought through the pain and emerged victorious. After defeating Gasquet, Korda advanced to the semifinals. However, he later withdrew from the tournament due to his ankle injury.
The 23-year-old American, who is ranked 30th in the world, has had an impressive performance at the Winston-Salem Open. He was looking to become the third American to win the tournament, following in the footsteps of John Isner and Kevin Anderson. However, his journey came to an end due to the injury.
In doubles quarterfinal action, the American duo of Nathaniel Lammons and Jackson Withrow secured a spot in the semifinals with a 6-3, 6-4 win over Simone Bolelli and Mate Pavic. The second-seeded team of Lloyd Glasspool and Neal Skupski also advanced to the semifinals after defeating Matthew Ebden and John-Patrick Smith in a thrilling match.
The tournament experienced a brief delay due to a shower during Korda’s match. However, the players managed to resume play after a short break. Unfortunately, play was later suspended due to thunderstorms and rain, with two more quarterfinal matches yet to be played. The schedule for the semifinals was not known at press time.
Despite his withdrawal from the tournament, Korda’s performance at the Winston-Salem Open showcased his potential and determination. As he continues to develop his skills, he is definitely a player to watch in the future.
In related news, the Winston-Salem Open has been an exciting platform for players to showcase their talents and compete against top-level opponents. The tournament has provided thrilling matches and moments for tennis fans, and the doubles matches have been just as competitive as the singles matches. The tournament will continue to deliver high-quality tennis as it progresses towards the finals.
