# Shapovalov Retires in Paris

> Shapovalov retires from Paris Masters match despite leading 4-1 in third set.
- Title: Shapovalov Retires in Paris · Tennis Majors | Shortify
- Summary: Shapovalov retires from Paris Masters match despite leading 4-1 in third set. Denis Shapovalov retired from his first-round match against Karen Khachanov at…
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- Published: 2026-11-02T20:38:41+00:00
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- Topics: denis shapovalov, karen khachanov, rolex paris masters, atp, medical timeout, third set, sports
## Shapovalov Retires in Paris
Denis Shapovalov retired from his first-round match against Karen Khachanov at the Rolex Paris Masters on Monday night.
## Leading 4-1 in Third Set
Shapovalov led 4-1 in the third set before retiring after a medical timeout for his right thigh.
## Medical Timeout for Thigh
Shapovalov called physio for medical timeout after signs from his box at 3-1, 40-30 in the decider.
## Retired During Following Game
Shapovalov resumed six minutes later, limping, and retired during the following game after signs from his box.
## Key takeaway

Denis Shapovalov retired from his first-round match against Karen Khachanov at the Rolex Paris Masters after leading 4-1 in the third set due to a medical timeout for his right thigh.