Dan Evans Sets US Open Match Duration Record

Dan Evans achieved a remarkable comeback at the US Open, defeating Karen Khachanov in a historic match that lasted five hours and 35 minutes, setting a new record for the longest match in the tournament's history. Trailing 4-0 in the fifth set, Evans rallied to win six consecutive games, ultimately winning 6-7 (6), 7-6 (2), 7-6 (4), 4-6, 6-4. This match broke the previous record of 5 hours and 26 minutes set in 1992 by Stefan Edberg. Evans expressed immense pride in his victory, highlighting the importance of perseverance, although he admitted he wouldn't want to repeat such an exhausting experience. He is set to face Argentina's Mariano Navone in the second round after Navone's win over Daniel Altmaier. Other British players, including Katie Boulter and Jack Draper, are also competing on day four of the tournament.