South Korean player Hyeon Chung will be riding on a high at the Australian Open. The 21-year old managed to defeat former world number 1, Novak Djokovic in straight sets. It wasn’t an easy matchup as Chung was stretched to two tie-breaks in the 1st and 3rd sets. He also won the 2nd set 7-5. Lady Luck was smiling on the South Korean as Djokovic began to struggle with his elbow injury. But that doesn’t take away anything from the youngster. Here is how Twitter reacted to Chung’s victory.
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2008: 10 years ago 20 year old Djokovic defeated 12 slam titlist Federer in straight sets ( 3rd set breaker) 2018: 21 year old Chung beats 12 slam titlist Djokovic in straight sets (3rd set breaker) #AusOpen
If at First you don’t succeed, Try again
In 2016, 19 y/o Hyeon Chung played Djokovic for the first time. It was like a dream to play his idol despite losing in straight sets. Two years later they met again but this time he beat his idol - in straight sets. THIS is the dream, son. Inspiring. #AusOpen
Hyeon Chung is Ecstatic
Good Question
https://twitter.com/vishaarqui/status/955403763405254656
It was Worth it
Chung took 6 weeks out over wimbledon last year - made some technical adjustments and grip changes. Think they’ve paid off!
It’s Like Looking in a Mirror
Courier: “How do you hit those shots? It’s like watching Novak but it’s you." Chung: “I don’t know! When I was young I just tried to copy Novak because he’s my idol.”
Looking at the Bigger Picture
In Korean, Chung thanked people in Korea who were staying up late to watch and mentioned that it's not over yet and that he hopes to give them more to cheer for on Wednessday. :) #AusOpen
Amazing performance by Hyeon Chung. So calm, so quick, so good. Two great stories with Sandgren and Chung to play for a spot in the semi's. Looking forward to it already!
Chung is a breath of fresh air, I love his game, his character, his ability & his on-court demeanour.
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Straight set victors over #Djokovic at the @AustralianOpen Marat Safin Roger Federer Hyeon Chung #AusOpen
Chung tonight....
The passing shots on this guy! 🔥🔥🔥 #Chung
And how about Tennessee Vol Tennys Sandgren?! Melbourne is a looong way from Rocky Top, but the 26 y-o achieved an improbable dream here to reach QF. So chilled & crafty on court. 👏🏻👏🏻Sandgren v Chung is among the least likely slam QF EVER! How fun.
On the camera in Korean, Chung wrote “Are you all watching” 💯🔥
(unseeded) Chung vs (LL) Sandgren was a 1st round match at ATP 250 Auckland two weeks ago. It's a Grand Slam quarterfinal now.
Djokovic: Chung can be a Top 10 player, he’s improved physically a lot, he’s hard-working and a really nice guy. Yes, our games are a lot alike. #AusOpen
Achievement Unlocked
Djokovic shout showing Chung some love.
Better Get that Popcorn Ready
@AustralianOpen quarters set: Nadal Cilic Fed Berdych Chung Sandgren Dimitrov Edmund
Congratulations #Chung . Incredible performance by young gun
I think Novak was fine playing in the AO. We shouldn’t be making excuses. He won the previous rounds exceptionally and in the match against Chung - he play the best he could. Don’t take anything away from #Chung - he played great to beat Novak.
Go Hyeon Chung!!!! Wish I can see you in the final! Lots of luck for you! 💪
Hyeon Chung into the #AusOpen18 quarterfinals!!! Huge upset over Djokovic and what a way to represent Korea!!! 😭🇰🇷