Tommy Paul from the United States secured a spot in the quarterfinals of the HSBC Championships at the Queen’s Club in London by defeating Botic van de Zandschulp. Paul, aged 29, displayed a strong performance, winning 7-6(5), 6-3 and extending his winning streak to seven matches at the grass-court ATP 500 event. Despite a shaky start, Paul recovered and showcased impressive tennis skills to secure his place in the quarterfinals.
In a closely contested match with several breaks of serve, Paul managed to elevate his game when it mattered the most, clinching a composed tie-break in the first set and dominating the second set. After missing the 2025 edition due to an injury, Paul has quickly made an impact on his return, boasting a remarkable 9-2 record at Queen’s Club and defeating five Top-50 opponents en route to his 2024 title.
Paul is set to face fourth seed Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the quarterfinals, who defeated Corentin Moutet in straight sets. Davidovich Fokina, with a 3-0 lead in their head-to-head series, expressed the challenge of playing against a friend like Moutet, emphasizing the need for focus and self-awareness during the match. Paul, reflecting on his performance, highlighted the importance of serving well and praised the quality of baseline play during the match.
