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Hubert Hurkacz news
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The gist
Hubert Hurkacz, ranked 47th, faces Ben Shelton in the US Open second round on Wednesday.
Hurkacz's comeback from knee surgery and strong serve make him a dangerous underdog.
Background
Hurkacz, a former world No. 6, has been rebuilding after knee surgery last year, which caused him to miss the second half of last season. He entered 2026 ranked 83rd and struggled, but recently won a Challenger title in Cancun and has a five-match winning streak. This is his eighth US Open appearance, and he has never advanced past the second round.
How it unfolded
- Aug 2026Hurkacz wins the Cancun Challenger title, his first title since returning from injury.
- Sep 1, 2026Hurkacz defeats Damir Dzumhur in the first round of the US Open in four sets.
- Sep 2, 2026Hurkacz is scheduled to play Ben Shelton in the second round at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Hurkacz's serve is elite, with an 18.5% ace rate on hard courts this season, the best among top 50 players.
- Caution
- Concerns remain about Hurkacz's fitness in best-of-five matches after his recent injury history.
- Bears
- Hurkacz has never advanced past the second round at the US Open in seven previous appearances.
Still unverified
No unverified information.