Paire shocked Nishikori, mounting an epic comeback to win the match. Nishikori seemed to be in command, with a 98.5% chance to win toward the end of the match, but no lead proved large enough.
Paire entered the match as the overwhelming underdog, with a 9% chance to win before the match started. Nishikori led for most of the match, with Paire only taking their first lead at the end of the match.