Alex Michelsen vs John Isner — Newport Semi-final
Michelsen A.Alex Michelsen defeated John Isner 7-6 6-4 in the Newport semi-final on grass. The upset overturned the form book — John Isner came in defending last year's semi-final, but Alex Michelsen had arrived on a 5-match winning run.
Key context
- Match story: Alex Michelsen edged John Isner in two tight sets (7–6 6–4).
Head to head
No previous meetings on record.
Serve vs return
This seasonEach player's serve crossed against the other's return, converted to expected hold of serve. Recent completed matches, ATP, WTA & Challenger. About
Statistics
This seasonAverages over each player's completed matches in the selected window (200 vs 22). ATP, WTA & Challenger.
Clutch
Under pressurePerformance in the biggest moments — break points, deciding sets and tiebreaks (0–100, higher is better). About
Umpiry Score
Pre-matchThe Umpiry Score combines match-context factors — matchup, form, fatigue, travel and motivation — into a single 0–10 score, updated daily. Read how it works.
Freshness
Recent loadMichelsen A.: 2 days rest · 4 matches, 78 games (7d). Higher means fresher. About