The ATP Masters 1000 tournament in Shanghai is experiencing days of high tension, not because of the exciting duels on the court, but because of an unexpected rival: the rain. The constant rainfall forced the organizers to reschedule matches and alter the plans of the main stars of world tennis.
Novak Djokovic advances with a firm step
Novak Djokovicthe #4 in the world, once again demonstrated his dominance by comfortably defeating Flavio Cobolli. The Serbian tennis player, with his characteristic solid game, won 6-1 and 6-2, ensuring his place in the round of 16. Now, Djokovic will face Roman Safiullinwho gave the surprise by eliminating Frances Tiafoe in an intense match, BBC News reported.
Alcaraz and other top ten wait their turn
Carlos Alcaraznext to Jannik Sinner, Daniil Medvedev y Tommy Paulthey already have their ticket to the round of 16. However, the rain has mixed up all the cards and these tennis players still do not know their rivals. Their games, originally scheduled for Monday, have been postponed until at least Wednesday.
The challenge of predicting the future of the Shanghai Masters 1000
With the weather so changeable, it is difficult to predict how the tournament will progress. The match between Gael Monfils y Ugo Humbertwhich will determine Alcaraz’s next rival, is scheduled for Tuesday, but everything will depend on whether the rain gives a truce.
The organizers are working hard to complete the third round and establish the round of 16 draw. However, the unpredictable nature of the rain makes any forecast uncertain.
The ATP Masters 1000 in Shanghai is experiencing moments of great uncertainty due to constant interruptions due to rain. Tennis players, especially seeded ones, must adapt to these constant changes and be ready to play at any time.