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How do tie-breaks work?
When a set reaches 6-6 in games, a tie-break decides the winner. Players aim to be the first to reach seven points, needing a two-point lead. Zverev won two tie-breaks against Khachanov (9-7 and 8-6), showing his composure and skill under pressure in crucial moments of the match.
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