Hubert Hurkacz defeated Alexander Shevchenko 6-3 6-2 in the United Cup semi-final on hard. The result followed the form book — Hubert Hurkacz came in ranked #34, leading the head-to-head 3–0, defending last year's final. Hubert Hurkacz extended the head-to-head to 4–0.
Hurkacz H. took it in straight sets.
Hurkacz H. and Shevchenko A. faced 4 of the same opponents in the last 12 months. Hurkacz H. went 3–1 (75%) against them, Shevchenko A. 1–3 (25%). Hurkacz H. came out better against 2 of 4 comparable opponents, Shevchenko A. against 0.
Only 4 common opponents — small sample, treat as indicative.
Hubert Hurkacz beat Alexander Shevchenko 6-3 6-2. Umpiry, "Hubert Hurkacz vs Alexander Shevchenko — United Cup Semi-final", https://umpiry.com/match/2025-01-04/hurkacz-vs-shevchenko-united-cup-sf?utm_source=cite (as of 4 January 2025).