Wimbledon: Poland’s Hurkacz enters men's singles quarterfinals

Poland’s Hubert Hurkacz has advanced to the quarterfinals of the men's singles at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London, with a five-set win over Russia's Daniil Medvedev.

Hubert Hurkacz in action against Daniil Medvedev on Tuesday.

Photo: EPA/VICKIE FLORES

The 24-year-old Pole overpowered the Russian world number two, 2-6, 7-6, 3-6, 6-3, 6-3, in a two-day fourth-round epic at the grass-court tournament in the British capital to reach his first career Grand Slam quarterfinal.

It is unforgettable to win in front of such an incredible @Wimbledon crowd. Thank you all so much for your support!👊🎾 You gave me strength. It is an unforgettable day for me.
I'm excited for tomorrow. Can't wait to play against Roger #Wimbledon #Hubi pic.twitter.com/VabGX5NFCZ

— Hubert Hurkacz (@HubertHurkacz) July 6, 2021

Hurkacz, who is ranked world No. 18 by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP), will next face Swiss ace Roger Federer for a place in the semifinals.

Hubert Hurkacz. Photo: PAP/EPA/FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA

The Polish player, who is coached by American Craig Boynton, in April won the men's singles at the Miami Open, a major US tournament sometimes referred to as "the fifth Grand Slam."

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Source: PAP