Nakashima Ousts Defending Champion De Minaur to Reach Washington Semi-finals
Brandon Nakashima has advanced to the semi-finals of the Mubadala DC Open for the first time in his career, defeating the top seed and defending champion, Alex de Minaur of Australia. The American player, currently ranked No. 33 in the world, secured a victory with a score of 7-6 (5), 6-4 on Friday.
Nakashima will now face either the No. 3 seed, Taylor Fritz, or Alex Michelsen in the next round. Nakashima has demonstrated exceptional form throughout the week, building on his earlier three-set victory over No. 7 seed Jakub Mensik (7-6).
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Brandon Nakashima has reached the semi-finals of the Mubadala DC Open for the first time, defeating top seed and defending champion Alex de Minaur of Australia 7-6 (5), 6-4 on Friday. The American, ranked No. 33, will face the winner of the match between No. 3 seed Taylor Fritz and Alex Michelsen next. Nakashima has been in superb form this week, following up a three-set win over No. 7 seed Jakub Mensik (7-6).
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