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Alex Michelsen responds to heckler after DC Open victory over Mannarino

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 6:40 AM

Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Alex Michelsen responds to heckler after DC Open victory over Mannarino

Summary

Alex Michelsen advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2026 Mubadala DC Open after defeating Adrian Mannarino 6-4, 7-6(3) in a competitive second-round match. Following the victory, Michelsen confronted a heckler in the crowd, stating he was justified in responding to the comments during the match. Prior to this, he took down Mackenzie McDonald in his opening match, winning 6-4, 7-5. Michelsen will next face third-seeded Taylor Fritz, against whom he holds a 2-0 record, including a previous win earlier this year.

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•Michelsen beats Mannarino 6-4, 7-6(3) in the second round.
•He confronts a heckler after the match, feeling justified in his response.
•He previously defeated Mackenzie McDonald 6-4, 7-5.
•Michelsen now faces Taylor Fritz in the quarterfinals.
•He has a 2-0 record against Fritz, including a win earlier this year.

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6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Alex Michelsen Fires Back at Heckler After DC Open Win – ‘I’m Allowed To Say Something’

What they're saying

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Alex Michelsen has secured a spot in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Mubadala DC Open. His path to the final eight included a tough battle with Adrian Mannarino in the second round, which concluded with Michelsen emphatically firing back at a heckler after pulling off a stellar win.
— Yahoo Sports

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