After his defeat to Ugo Humbert in the semifinals of the Rolex Paris Masters, Karen Khachanov expressed his frustration with Humbert’s conduct during the match. Khachanov, who lost the tightly contested encounter 6-7(6), 6-4, 6-3, felt that Humbert’s exuberant celebrations were excessive and disruptive.
In a candid post-match interview, Khachanov revealed his thoughts on Humbert’s behavior, stating, “I told him at the net that I would congratulate him if he behaved like a normal person.” He pointed out that Humbert’s constant shouting of phrases like “come on” and “allez” after every point became overwhelming.
Khachanov acknowledged that celebrations are part of the sport but believed they should be reserved for appropriate moments. He remarked, “You can celebrate after, that’s no problem, but once a guy hits the ground? Ok, see you next time.”
🗣️ Khachanov:
“I told him (Humbert) at the net that I would congratulate him if he behaved like a normal person.
Screaming, ‘come on, allez’ every point? You can celebrate after, that’s no problem, but once a guy hits the ground? Ok, see you next time”pic.twitter.com/quox00Ob3u
— Olly 🎾🇬🇧 (@Olly_Tennis_) November 2, 2024
Khachanov’s comments highlight the competitive tension that can arise between players on the ATP tour, as emotions run high during crucial matches. The clash of personalities and styles often adds another layer to the competition, making every match not just a test of skill, but also a battle of mental fortitude and sportsmanship.
Karen Khachanov in 2024
At the moment ranked no.21, Karen played his last match on the 2nd of November when he lost to world no.18 Ugo Humbert 6-7(6) 6-4 6-3 in the semifinal in Paris (draw).
Presently, during this year Karen has managed to achieve a composed 37-22 match record. The Russian conquered 2 titles in 2024 in Doha and Almaty. The Russian was the finalist in Vienna.
He is also scheduled to play in Metz (Moselle Open) on the 3rd of November and Metz (Moselle Open) on the 4th of November.
Humbert in Paris, ranking, and results in 2024
Ranked world no.18, Ugo has managed to achieve a compiled 39-23 record in 2024. Ugo is participating in Paris where he managed to beat the world no.35 Brandon Nakashima 6-3 4-6 6-4, the world no.49 Marcos Giron 6-3 6-2, the world no.2 Carlos Alcaraz 6-1 3-6 7-5, the world no.28 Jordan Thompson 6-2 7-6(4) and the world no.21 Karen Khachanov 6-7(6) 6-4 6-3.
Ugo Humbert will play the world no.3 Alexander Zverev in the final on Sunday at 3:00 pm on COURT CENTRAL. Their head to head is 1-1.
The French player clinched 2 titles in 2024 in Marseille and Dubai. The French player was the finalist in Tokyo (Japan Open Tennis Championships).
Ugo won 6 titles in his career: 2 on hard courts, 3 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
He is also scheduled to play in Metz (Moselle Open) on the 3rd of November and Metz (Moselle Open) on the 4th of November.
Karen Khachanov and Ugo Humbert played each other just twice. Their record is 1-1. Before, the last time they fought against each other, Ugo Humbert won 6-7(6) 6-4 6-3 in the semifinal in Paris (Rolex Paris Masters) on the 2nd of November 2024.
Here are the highlights.
Karen Khachanov in 2024
Now ranked no.21, Karen played his last match on the 2nd of November when he was defeated by world no.18 Ugo Humbert 6-7(6) 6-4 6-3 in the semifinal in Paris (draw).
Presently, during this year Karen has managed to achieve an overall 37-22 match record. Karen clinched 2 titles in 2024 in Doha and Almaty. Karen was the runner-up in Vienna.
He is also scheduled to play in Metz (Moselle Open) on the 3rd of November and Metz (Moselle Open) on the 4th of November.
Humbert in Paris, ranking, and results in 2024
Ranked world no.18, Ugo owns a 39-23 record in 2024. Humbert is now playing in Paris where he defeated the world no.35 Brandon Nakashima 6-3 4-6 6-4, the world no.49 Marcos Giron 6-3 6-2, the world no.2 Carlos Alcaraz 6-1 3-6 7-5, the world no.28 Jordan Thompson 6-2 7-6(4) and the world no.21 Karen Khachanov 6-7(6) 6-4 6-3.
Ugo Humbert will face the world no.3 Alexander Zverev in the final on Sunday at 3:00 pm on COURT CENTRAL. Their head to head is 1-1.
The French player clinched 2 titles in 2024 in Marseille and Dubai. Humbert reached the final in Tokyo (Japan Open Tennis Championships).
Humbert won 6 titles in his career: 2 on hard courts, 3 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
He is also scheduled to play in Metz (Moselle Open) on the 3rd of November and Metz (Moselle Open) on the 4th of November.
Karen Khachanov and Ugo Humbert played each other only twice. Their actual head to head record is 1-1. Previously, the last time they locked horns, Ugo Humbert won 6-7(6) 6-4 6-3 in the semifinal in Paris (Rolex Paris Masters) on the 2nd of November 2024.
Here the video highlights.
