Hubert Hurkacz has reached the final of the Chengdu Open after a comeback victory against Denis Shapovalov. The Polish tennis player, who has been recovering from a long-term injury, secured his place in the final by defeating the Canadian 6-7(8-10), 6-3, 6-3 in the semifinals.
Hurkacz, a former world No. 9, is making his first appearance in an ATP Tour final this season, with his last being in Geneva in May 2025. His journey to the Chengdu final marks a significant milestone in his comeback, as his 2026 season has been plagued by injuries and a decline in the world rankings.
The 29-year-old will face Spain’s Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the final. Davidovich Fokina, who overcame Georgia’s Nikoloz Basilashvili 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 in the other semifinal, has a 4-2 lead in previous encounters against Hurkacz. This upcoming match will be Hurkacz’s 13th career ATP Tour final.
As Hurkacz aims for his first ATP title since returning from injury, the final promises to be a challenging contest. His performance against Shapovalov, where he recovered after losing the first set in a tiebreak, demonstrates his resilience and determination to reclaim his place among the top players.
Fans will be keenly watching to see if Hurkacz can capitalize on this opportunity and secure a comeback victory in Chengdu, adding another title to his career achievements.