Tommy Paul Faces Khachanov Test After Gritty Five-Set Comeback
Let me talk to you about one of the most dramatic storylines unfolding at Roland Garros right now — Tommy Paul’s epic comeback and the challenge that lies ahead. It’s been a rollercoaster for the American, who pulled off one of the gutsiest wins of the tournament so far. Down two sets against Hungary’s Marton Fucsovics, and even facing match point as Fucsovics served at 5-3 in the fourth, Paul turned things around in heroic fashion. He clawed his way back and won in five sets: 4-6, 2-6, 6-3, 7-5, 6-4. That’s three hours and 38 minutes of pure grit, heart, and resilience.
But here’s where the real twist comes in — Paul didn’t look fully fit throughout that match. He was visibly in pain, particularly showing signs of discomfort in his lower abdomen. After the win, he confirmed those concerns. And now, with only one day of rest before taking on Karen Khachanov in the third round, the big question is: Can Paul’s body hold up?
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Khachanov, for his part, is no easy opponent. He’s coming off a five-set battle of his own against Sebastian Ofner, but he handled it with the poise and power we’ve come to expect from him. The Russian is a tough matchup for anyone, especially someone carrying an injury. He has a huge serve, solid movement for his size, and a backhand that can hurt you — particularly with his ability to redirect pace and go down the line when it counts.
Sure, Paul has beaten Khachanov before — twice, in fact, including just last month in Madrid. But clay in Paris is a different beast. It’s slower, more physically demanding, and frankly, Paul’s baseline grinding style depends on his movement being at 100%. That’s where the concern lies.
Despite being slightly favored by some oddsmakers, the sentiment from analysts is mixed. Some think Paul still has the edge if he can tap into his aggressive ground game and improved serving, but others are banking on Khachanov exploiting any physical vulnerability. One thing’s certain — this is going to be a test of endurance, strategy, and who can push through the grind of clay court tennis.
So if you’re following the tournament or even considering betting on this one, know this: Tommy Paul’s heart is never in doubt. But whether his body can keep up with the intensity of Roland Garros — especially against someone as complete and consistent as Khachanov — is the million-dollar question. Either way, expect fireworks.
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