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Karen Khachanov vs Alexander Blockx Betting Tips & Live Stream - Blockx to Play Through the Pain at the US Open

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Last updated: Wed 09 Sep 2026 14:31
Karen Khachanov, a former US Open semifinalist, faces the fast-rising Alexander Blockx in the 2026 US Open quarter-finals. Despite Khachanov's experience, Blockx’s remarkable form—winning 39 of his last 40 completed matches—makes him a live underdog, even as he battles a rib injury. The recommendation here is to back Blockx at generous odds, as he has shown resilience through pain and is primed to push Khachanov to the limit. Live streaming is available on Stake for those looking to follow the action online.
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  • Khachanov is aiming for a second US Open semi-final
  • Blockx beat 5th seed Flavio Cobolli in the 3rd round
  • I am backing the Belgian to play through the pain in New York
Alexander Blockx
Alexander Blockx has moved from 115 to 26 in the rankings since January (Getty)
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Karen Khachanov is the favourite here but Alexander Blockx has been one of the biggest improvers in 2026.

I am taking a chance on the Belgian playing through the pain, because if he goes down it will likely be a retirement.


Karen KhachanovAlexander Blockx
Nationality Russia Belgium
Age 30 (21 May 1996) 21 (8 April 2005)
Height 6'6" (1.98m) 6'4" (193 cm)
Plays Right-Handed Right-Handed
Ranking 50 34
Career High 8 (July 2019) 32 (July 2026)
ATP Tour Titles 7 0
2026 ATP Tour Titles 0 0
Grand Slam Titles 0 0
US Open Best Result Semi-Finals (2022) First Appearance

HTH


This will be the first match between Karen Khachanov and Alexander Blockx.

Khachanov Returns to Form


Karen Khachanov was in the Top 20 for the majority of the year-old, dropping out before Wimbledon. He lost four straight matches coming into the US Open to sink to World No.50.

The Russian got off to a great start in New York, thrashing Roman Andres Burruchaga 6-3 6-0 6-1 and coming back to beat Felix Auger Aliassime 6-7 6-3 6-2 6-2.

The 30-year-old eased past Benjamin Bonzi 6-3 6-2 6-4 and overcame a big scare in the quarter-finals, a 7-5 4-6 6-7 6-1 6-4 victory over Learner Tien. He won 44% of his 2nd serves, saved 9/14 break points and will have to do better against Alexander Blockx.

Khachanov talked about overturning his form: “When you are not playing well or not having good results, you have to try to stay ready for the next one. I was getting more fit. I was practising quite a lot and look, it paid off. It’s paying off slowly.”

Blockx Playing Through Injury


Alexander Blockx has climbed from 115 to 26 in the rankings this year. He beat three Top 20 players in Madrid before a semi-final defeat to Alexander Zverev.

The 21-year-old lost the Estoril final but couldn’t match that achievement on hard courts. He exited in the third round in Montreal and Cincinnati.

The Belgian cruised past Tomas Barrios Vera 6-3 6-4 6-2 at the US Open and had few problems in the second round, beating Marco Trungelliti 6-3 6-2 3-6 6-1.

Blockx flew home to beat 5th seed Flavio Cobolli 6-7 6-3 6-0 6-3, winning 62% of his 2nd serves and saving 5/7 break points. He was brave in a 6-3 4-6 7-5 7-5 victory over Francisco Cerundolo, saving 14/17 break points.

The youngster revealed he needed painkillers to win the fourth round clash: “From the second game I started feeling really sharp in my rib. I was just holding on to be honest.”

“Even though I won that first set 6-3, it could have been the other way round. Afterwards, the doctor gave me some magical medication and that kept me going and from the end of the third set I started to feel a lot better again. I barely felt pain.”

How to Watch Karen Khachanov vs Alexander Blockx Live


  • Event: 2026 US Open
  • Round: Quarter-Finals
  • Date: Wednesday 9 September

The Karen Khachanov vs Alexander Blockx match at the 2026 US Open is available to stream live for registered users on Stake.

Stake is our top-recommended platform for watching tennis live online. They offer high-definition, low-latency streams alongside competitive in-play betting odds so you can follow every point in real time.

Steps to Stream the Match Live:

  1. Create an Account: Visit Stake.com via our official link to open an account.
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  3. Locate the Match: Go to the Tennis tab under Live Events and select Karen Khachanov vs Alexander Blockx.
  4. Start Streaming: Click the Live Stream icon on the match screen to open the video feed.*

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Verdict

Alexander Blockx has been a huge improver and won’t mind getting some more painkillers to get through this one. I am backing the Belgian at big odds against Karen Khachanov.

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Graduated from the University of Portsmouth in 2008 with a BA in English Literature before completing MA in Journalism. Began his career as a sports journalist in London before moving to the Middle East to work as a sports editor for national media companies in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Favourite Sports: Tennis, Boxing, Golf.


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