Hubert Hurkacz of Poland has advanced to the final of the Chengdu Open, marking his first ATP Tour final appearance of the season. Hurkacz secured his spot in the final after a resilient comeback victory against Canada’s Denis Shapovalov, winning 6-7(8-10), 6-3, 6-3 in the semifinals.
The victory is significant for Hurkacz, who has struggled with injuries and a drop in the world rankings since returning from a long-term injury layoff earlier this year. The 29-year-old, who was once ranked world No. 9, will be competing in his 13th career ATP Tour final, the first since his appearance in Geneva in May 2025.
In the upcoming final, Hurkacz will face Spain’s Alejandro Davidovich Fokina. Davidovich Fokina earned his place in the final by defeating Georgia’s Nikoloz Basilashvili with a score of 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 in the other semifinal match. Hurkacz has a challenging task ahead as he trails Davidovich Fokina 2-4 in their previous six encounters.
As Hurkacz aims for his first ATP title since his return, the final match presents a crucial opportunity to solidify his comeback and regain momentum in his career. The outcome of this match could signify an important milestone in Hurkacz’s journey back to the top of the ATP rankings.