Sharply beaten in the final of the Olympic Games by Alexander Zverev (3–6, 1–6), Karen Khachanov therefore left Tokyo with a very fine silver medal. But to listen to him, the Russian would have hoped for better.
“It was an honor for me to participate in the Olympics for the first time in my life. I fought all week for my country, my family, my team and gave everything I had. I am torn between the pain of having come so close to gold and the pride of the road traveled and the fact of having been able to add one more medal for my country. Thank you very much to everyone who supported and trusted me this week. It means a lot to me ”, said on 25e world player who will be closely watched at the US Open from August 30th.
Posted on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at 4:16 PM
