Isner surprised Gabashvili, mounting an impressive comeback to win the match. Gabashvili seemed to be in command, with a 84% chance to win toward the end of the match, but no lead proved large enough.
Isner entered the match as the favorite, with a 65% chance to win before the match started. Gabashvili took their first lead during the middle stretches of the match, leading up to the exciting finish.