WATCH: Stefanos Tsitsipas with an incredible racket break in Hamburg Open defeat

Top seed Stefanos Tsitsipas suffered a surprise defeat to Filip Krajinovic in the Hamburg Open on Friday.
Tsitsipas, ranked number four in the world, came into the tournament as favourite to claim a third title of 2021 and put a disappointing Wimbledon behind him, but Krajinovic battled from a set down to win 3-6 6-1 6-3 and reach the semi-finals.
The Greek started well as he won the first 11 points of the match and raced into a 5-0 lead on his way to the opening set.
But Krajinovic eventually found his range and began tormenting Tsitsipas with well-executed drop shots as he advanced to the last four in just over two hours.
The match was notable for a remarkable racket break suffered by Tsitsipas mid-way through the second set.
https://twitter.com/TennisTV/status/1416022232166449154?s=20
The Serbian, seeded six in Hamburg, will play countryman Laslo Djere after he eased past third-seeded Nikoloz Basilashvili 6-2 6-2.
The other semi-final will see Pablo Carreno Busta play Federico Delbonis. Spaniard Busta overcame Dusan Lajovic in straight sets while Delbonis overcame Benoit Paire in an enthralling encounter 4-6 7-6 (9) 6-4.
At the Nordea Open in Bastad, Federico Coria beat second seed Cristian Garin 6-4 4-6 6-2 to reach the semi-finals, where he will play Yannick Hanfmann after he overcame qualifier Arthur Rinderknech 6-4, 6-3.
Top seed Casper Ruud is also through to the last four after he received a walkover against Henri Laaksonen. The Norwegian will face Roberto Carballes Baena after he eased past Norbert Gombos 6-4 6-2.
At the Hall of Fame Open in the United States, Australian Jordan Thompson saw off Maxime Cressy in straight sets and will meet home hope Jenson Brooksby in the semi-finals.
Follow us on Twitter @T365Official and like our Facebook page.
Latest
-
Tennis News
Stefanos Tsitsipas sings different tune after Novak Djokovic GOAT remark – ‘I don’t want to give the whole title to him’
Stefanos Tsitsipas described Novak Djokovic as “the…
-
Australian Open
How difficult is ‘crazy’ Novak Djokovic to deal with? His coach Goran Ivanisevic shares his thoughts
“I understand how he feels. I understand the emotions,” says Goran Ivanisevic about Novak Djokovic’s outbursts.
-
Australian Open
How Novak Djokovic will end the GOAT debate once and for all
With Djokovic now level with Nadal in 22 major wins, tennis legend John McEnroe has predicted how many more he will win.
-
Australian Open
Novak Djokovic proud of ‘special journey’ to 22nd Grand Slam title
Novak Djokovic’s victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas gave him his 10th title in Melbourne, a year after being deported.
-
Australian Open
Elena Rybakina hits back over ‘fake news’ about her ‘passionate coach’ Stefano Vukov
“I want to clarify any misinterpretations,” says Elena Rybakina.
-
Australian Open
Novak Djokovic has ‘at least three more Grand Slams’ in him – John McEnroe
How many more Grand Slam titles can Novak Djokovic win? John McEnroe expects plenty more from world No 1.
-
Australian Open
Novak Djokovic breaks down after ‘biggest victory of his life’ at Australian Open
Novak Djokovic joined Rafael Nadal at the top of the men’s list for most Grand Slams.
-
Australian Open
Stefanos Tsitsipas hails Novak Djokovic as the ‘greatest that has ever held a tennis racket’
Stefanos Tsitsipas hailed Novak Djokovic as the greatest ever following Australian Open final.
-
Australian Open
WATCH: Raw emotion from ‘superhuman’ Novak Djokovic after he returns to his perch in Australia
Novak Djokovic let it all out after winning the 2023 Australian Open.
-
Australian Open
The King Returns: Novak Djokovic wins 10th Australian Open, returns to No 1, joins Rafael Nadal on 22 Slams
Novak Djokovic, who also becomes world number one, defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets.