Tennis
Shapovalov advances to quarter-finals in Dubai
(Dubai) Canadian Denis Shapovalov reached the quarter-finals in Dubai by beating Japan’s Taro Daniel 6-4, 6-3 on Wednesday.
Shapovalov had three breaks in eight occasions, ending the debate in 1 hour and 23 minutes.
Sixth-seeded, Shapovalov won the point on 21 of his first 24 balls in play. A collection including six aces.
The Ontarian beat Daniel for the second time in as many games.
Shapovalov will next face Ricardas Berankis, 99and in the world.
The Lithuanian has won once in three games against the Canadian, 14and at the ATP.
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Sophia Jhon is a sports journalist and author. He has worked as a news editor for Sportish and is now a sport columnist for the same publication. Alberta’s professional interests lie largely in sports news, with an emphasis on English football. He has also written articles on other sporting topics.