Ugo Humbert, the No. 15 seed from France, achieved yet another sensational victory against Australia’s Jordan Thompson with a score of 6-2, 7-6 (4) to secure his spot in the semi-finals of the Paris Masters.
This victory marks a huge milestone for Humbert, as he unlocked his best performance at the Masters 1000 level, having reached the quarter-finals three times previously. Given his recent outstanding form, especially following his remarkable upset of world No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz in the third round, it seems likely that Humbert will not rest till he lifts the cup.
The Tale of the Fixture
The Frenchman outclassed Thompson on his serve, winning an impressive 92 per cent of points on his first serve and preventing his opponent from earning any break point opportunities.
On the other hand, Thompson faced a challenging match against a formidable opponent. Despite his efforts, he struggled to handle the powerful returns directed into the corners. Ultimately, he was broken twice, leading to a first-set loss of 6-2 in mere 30 minutes.
The second set was intensely competitive, as Thompson significantly improved his serving performance compared to the first set, while Humbert’s initial adrenaline began to wane. Both players fought hard, failing to create any break points until the crucial moments of the set. At 5-4, Thompson faced two match points but remained composed, holding serve before breaking Humbert for the first time.
As Thompson served for the set at 6-5, Humbert appeared to battle with foot discomfort. However, rallying with the support of the crowd, the Frenchman broke back decisively to love, pushing the set into a tiebreak.
In the tiebreak, both players exchanged points with the server until 3-3, where they each managed a mini-break. However, Ugo Humbert showcased his skill by hitting two impressive winners at 5-4 and 6-4, ultimately securing the victory with a score of 7-6 in the second set.
After his win against Thompson in Paris, Ugo Humbert celebrated his victory by kneeling on the ground and letting out a powerful roar, highlighting the depth of his emotions and the significance of the moment for him.
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