The 2025 Mubadala Citi DC Open quarterfinals brought high-voltage action to Washington D.C., with intense battles on the hardcourts of John Harris Court. Fans witnessed shocking upsets, all-American duels, and dominant performances as players battled for a semifinal spot in this key US Open Series event.
🇫🇷 Moutet Stuns Medvedev in Thriller
In one of the biggest surprises of the tournament, Frenchman Corentin Moutet pulled off a dramatic comeback to defeat World No. 8 Daniil Medvedev. Moutet, known for his flair and unpredictability, lost the first set 1-6 but clawed back to win 1-6, 6-4, 6-4. Medvedev, the 2021 US Open champion, struggled with consistency in the later stages, while Moutet kept his nerve to clinch a stunning upset.
🇺🇸 Shelton Dominates Tiafoe in All-American Clash
In a highly anticipated all-American matchup, rising star Ben Shelton outgunned hometown favorite Frances Tiafoe in straight sets, 7-6(2), 6-4. Shelton’s booming serve and fearless aggression proved too much for Tiafoe, who couldn’t find his rhythm in front of a supportive crowd. Shelton’s victory marks another milestone in his rapid rise on the ATP Tour.
🇦🇺 de Minaur Cruises Past Nakashima
Australian No. 1 Alex de Minaur delivered a clinical performance against Brandon Nakashima, winning 6-4, 6-4. De Minaur, known for his speed and relentless energy, controlled the baseline rallies and capitalized on Nakashima’s unforced errors. The win puts de Minaur in strong contention for the title as he looks to continue his summer momentum.
Canadian Watch 🏓
While no Canadian men featured in the quarterfinals, fans are keeping a close eye on the performances of Gabriel Diallo and Denis Shapovalov, who have shown promise earlier in the tournament and on the North American hard court swing.
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