Karen Khachanov Exits Roland Garros in Third Round for Second Consecutive Year
In a dramatic five-set match at Roland Garros, Karen Khachanov was eliminated from the French Open on Friday, marking his second straight year of exiting in the third round. The defeat came against Netherlands player Jesper De Jong, who won with scores of 7-5, 5-7, 6-2, 6-7, 6-2.
Khachanov’s exit from the tournament follows a challenging match where he fought back after dropping the first set but ultimately fell short in the deciding fifth set. This loss is particularly disappointing for Khachanov, who has not progressed beyond the third round at Roland Garros since his quarterfinal appearance in 2023. Last year, he faced a similar fate, losing in the third round to American Tommy Paul. With this defeat, Khachanov’s hopes for a deep run in this prestigious tournament have been dashed once again, leaving fans and analysts questioning his performance on clay courts this season.