Shapovalov reaches the 2nd round in Shenzhen after a tricky win

Denis Shapovalov had to battle more than expected in his opener in Shenzhen against the world no.100 Ilya Ivashka.

After winning the 1^st set 7-5, Denis was completely outplayed in the second set (6-2). Eventually, the Canadian found his way in the third set, but the match was suspended (rain) when Denis was leading 3-0. When the contest resumed, the Canadian found immediately his focus before winning the match 7-5 2-6 6-3.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5NskTpj_IoU

Shapovalov – Ivashka will begin shortly (not before local time 7:45 PM) #shenzhenopen pic.twitter.com/vK5I7BUmeU

— ATP Shenzhen Open (@ATPShenzhenOpen) September 25, 2018

@denis_shapo Shapovalov won the first set 7-5 from Ivashka #shenzhenopen pic.twitter.com/aaQMQWfHhk

— ATP Shenzhen Open (@ATPShenzhenOpen) September 25, 2018

Next vs. Nishioka

Denis will play the qualifier and world no. 171 Yoshihito Nishioka in the 2^nd round. They have never played each other so far.