Khachanov supports Artsakh after victory over Tiafoe

Russia's Karen Khachanov, after reaching the 1/8 finals of the Australian Open, supported Artsakh, which is now under blockade by Azerbaijan.

After the match, the tennis players traditionally leave a note on the camera. Khachanov wrote: "Artsakh stay strong!!!".

In the third round, Khachanov defeated American Frances Tiafoe 6-3, 6-4, 3-6, 7-6(11-9). The tennis players spent three hours and 32 minutes on the court.

His next opponent will be Japanese Yoshihito Nishioka.

The prize fund of the Australian Open is $51.3 million.

An incredible finish! A remarkable tie-break!@karenkhachanov survives a four-set epic with Frances Tiafoe to reach the fourth round, taking the match 6-3 6-4 3-6 7-6(9)@wwos@espn@Eurosport @wowowtennis#AusOpen #AO2023 pic.twitter.com/cxsgNbKUud

— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 20, 2023

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