Although in the first round the Polish team faced a much lower ranked rival, it was not an easy and pleasant match. he won only after four sets, showing off with a few very effective plays.
Hurkacz wins not without problems
Hubert Hurkacz (11th) was a definite favorite of the duel with Jereme Gierasimow (106th ATP). The first set confirmed it – the Pole probably won 6: 2. In the second game he was much more effective and although he was even in the lead for some time, in the end Hurkacz was better again, winning 7: 6 (7: 3).
The third set was won by Gerasimov, whom he won after the tie-break 7: 6 (7: 5). The last word, however, belonged to the Pole, who did not let his rival do too much and thanks to the 6: 3 win he also won the game. One of Hurkacz’s plays was particularly delightful, and it is already a strong candidate for the action of the entire Australian Open.
Hurkacz was concerned about the fate of the girl who was hit
In addition to the great performance of Hurkacz, there was also another event during the duel with Gierasimów. After one of the services of a Pole, which the Belarusian did not manage to reach, the ball hit the girl behind the court who served the balls. Even though it was a strong blow, she showed no pain.
Hubert Hurkacz, of course, noticed this situation and immediately apologized to the girl. Luckily, nothing happened to her and she signaled that she was fine. However, the behavior of the Pole could be liked. “One of the nicer visitors to Tour,” said a British Eurosport commentator.
Source: Sport
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