11 Stunning Moments from the ATP Shanghai Masters

1. Jannik Sinner's Comeback Victory

Jannik Sinner, the world No. 1, faced a tough three-set battle against Tomas Martin Etcheverry. Despite dropping the first set 6-7(3), Sinner rallied to win 6-4, 6-2, securing his spot in the round of 16.

2. Daniil Medvedev's Thrilling Win

Daniil Medvedev, the No. 5 seed, overcame Matteo Arnaldi in a closely contested match. Medvedev won 5-7, 6-4, 6-4, showcasing his resilience and determination to reach the fourth round.

3. Tommy Paul's Dramatic Escape

Tommy Paul saved five match points against Alejandro Tabilo in a thrilling three-setter. Paul eventually emerged victorious with a score of 6-7(2), 7-6(6), 6-2, advancing to the fourth round.

4. Rain Delays and Court Closures

Heavy rain forced the cancellation of matches on outside courts, with only a few matches continuing under the roof of the Qizhong Forest Sports City Arena. This included Medvedev's match against Arnaldi and Sinner's match against Etcheverry.

5. Carlos Alcaraz's Dominant Performance

Carlos Alcaraz, one of the top seeds, continued his strong form by winning his match, although details about his specific match are not provided in the main points.

6. Sinner's Perfect Record Against Top 20 Opponents

Jannik Sinner improved his perfect record against opponents outside the top 20 to 43-0 after defeating Tomas Martin Etcheverry. This impressive streak highlights Sinner's dominance over lower-ranked players.

7. Medvedev's Bid for First Title of 2024

Daniil Medvedev is aiming for his first title of 2024 at the Rolex Shanghai Masters. His victory over Matteo Arnaldi keeps him in contention for this goal, as he seeks to win his first tour-level title since May 2023.

8. Sinner's Physical and Mental Challenge

Jannik Sinner described his match against Tomas Martin Etcheverry as physically and mentally demanding. Sinner acknowledged that losing the first set was tough but managed to stay calm and capitalize on his chances to win the match.

9. Medvedev's Resilience in Close Matches

Daniil Medvedev praised the unpredictability of tennis, stating that he felt like he was the better player in the first set but couldn't manage to win it. He attributed his victory to improved serving and a clinical return game in the deciding set.

10. Paul's Historic Comeback Against Tabilo

Tommy Paul's match against Alejandro Tabilo was one of the most dramatic of the day. Paul saved five match points to turn the match around and win 6-7(2), 7-6(6), 6-2, showcasing his incredible comeback skills.

11. Medvedev's Strong Position in ATP Live Race To Turin

Daniil Medvedev is currently fourth in the PIF ATP Live Race To Turin and is well-positioned to qualify for the Nitto ATP Finals for the sixth consecutive year. His performance in Shanghai will significantly impact his chances of securing a spot at the prestigious season finale.