Majchrzak Stuns Khachanov in Spectacular Comeback at US Open

New York, August 28, 2025 - Polish No. 76 seed Kamil Majchrzak orchestrated one of the tournament’s most remarkable turnarounds, rallying from two sets down to upset ninth-seeded Karen Khachanov 2-6, 6-7 (4), 6-4, 7-5, 7-6 (5) in the second round of the US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

Khachanov, bidding for a straight-sets victory, dominated the opening two sets with authoritative baseline play. Majchrzak appeared on the brink of defeat-his path back ignited in the third set when he secured a decisive break in the third game and held serve through the end of the set. He maintained that momentum to claim the fourth set 7-5, then battled Khachanov to a final-set tiebreak, saving five match points en route to sealing the win on his third championship point in the breaker.

With this dramatic victory, Majchrzak advances to the third round, where he will face Swiss qualifier Leandro Riedi, fresh off a win in straight sets in the second round. The Pole’s resilience and never-say-die attitude earned praise from commentators and leaves him poised for a deep run at Flushing Meadows.

Majchrzak’s win marks a career highlight and propels him into the final 32 of his first US Open main draw since qualifying for the event. He is now within reach of a career-high ranking inside the ATP top 60 if he continues his form.