– Daniel Evans won the longest match at the US Open since tiebreakers were introduced in 1970, beating Karen Khachanov in 5 hours and 35 minutes
– Evans trailed 4-0 in the fifth set before running off the final six games
– Evans battled injuries in 2024 and arrived at Flushing Meadows with a 4-17 record, but the win should help restore confidence
– Evans improved to 5-0 against Khachanov and will play Mariano Navone in the second round
– The match drew a large crowd despite being played on Court 6
– Khachanov had high odds to win when up 4-0 in the fifth set, but Evans fought back to win
– Evans said he doesn’t want to play such a long match again