Tabilo advances to Rome Open quarterfinals following Djokovic’s surprise exit

Chilean tennis player Alejandro Tabilo continued his stunning run at the Rome Open with a hard-fought victory over Karen Khachanov, securing a spot in the quarterfinals. Tabilo, who caused a major upset by defeating Novak Djokovic in the previous round, displayed his resilience and determination in a thrilling match against Khachanov.

The 26-year-old, who is competing in the quarterfinals of a Masters 1000 event for the first time in his career, faced a tough challenge from the 18th-ranked Khachanov. The match was filled with intense moments, including a nail-biting tiebreak in the second set that saw multiple set points and match points for both players.

Tabilo’s victory was met with jubilation as he celebrated the winning volley that sealed his place in the next round. He will now face either Zhang Zhizhen or Thiago Monteiro in the quarterfinals, as he looks to continue his impressive performance at the tournament.

Meanwhile, other top players like Iga Swiatek and Alexander Zverev are also set to compete in the quarterfinals, adding to the excitement of the competition. With several big names already out of the tournament, including Djokovic and last year’s champion Holger Rune, the field is wide open for Tabilo and others to make their mark.

As the competition heats up in Rome, tennis fans can expect more thrilling matches and unexpected outcomes as the players battle for a coveted spot in the later stages of the tournament.