Michelson shocks Nakashima in US Open clash of rising Americans
Brandon Nakashima, one of men's tennis' hottest players this summer, couldn't find his best form in the 6-3, 6-4, 6-4 defeat.
In a clash of rising American talents, Alex Michelsen outplayed Brandon Nakashima in the second round of the US Open on Wednesday. Nakashima, the 16th seed, arrived in New York with a 12-3 record from warm-up tournaments, but his game lacked its usual strength against Michelsen. The 22-year-old Michelsen, who had never faced Nakashima before, prevailed 6-3, 6-4, 6-4, with his powerful serve and forehand proving decisive.
Despite Nakashima's disappointment, he acknowledged it was a positive summer for his development, but expressed a need to block out added pressure and focus on his performance.
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