MONTREAL — In a display of sheer resilience, Britain’s Cameron Norrie produced one of the most remarkable comebacks of the ATP season, saving a match point to eliminate third seed Alex de Minaur and advance to the fourth round of the National Bank Open.

The stunning 5-7 7-6 (7-5) 6-1 victory not only keeps Norrie's hopes alive for a second Masters 1000 title but also virtually guarantees he will reclaim the mantle of British No 1. The 36th-ranked left-hander found himself staring at an ignominious exit, trailing 7-5 5-2 with the Australian serving for the match and holding a decisive match point.

Eleven of thirteen: An extraordinary turnaround

What followed was a masterclass in pragmatism and nerve. Refusing to capitulate, Norrie clawed his way back into the tiebreak, ultimately winning an astonishing 11 of the next 13 games to dismantle the highest seed remaining in the draw. The Brit converted eight of his 13 break point opportunities, showcasing the elite return game that once propelled him to the Indian Wells crown five years ago.

I've got some time to rest, happy with my attitude. I played every single point and that's what I came to do and it was the icing on the cake to win the match. — Cameron Norrie

"Everyone is so tough. I'm playing the next highest guy Fils - he's one of the best players in the world when he's confident and playing well but I'm just so happy," Norrie told Sky Sports Tennis after the match. "I've got some time to rest, happy with my attitude. I played every single point and that's what I came to do and it was the icing on the cake to win the match."

Path to the summit opens up

With De Minaur’s implosion, the men's draw in Montreal has blown wide open. American fifth seed and defending champion Ben Shelton is now the highest-ranked player left in the tournament. Norrie’s next hurdle is the formidable 18th seed Arthur Fils, who cruised past Mariano Navone 6-3 6-2 to maintain his impeccable record at Masters events this year.

Swiatek’s ruthless efficiency

On the women's side, former champion Iga Swiatek delivered a clinical masterclass, conceding just three games to sweep past Viktorija Golubic 6-2 6-1 in a mere 66 minutes. The six-time Grand Slam champion struck 18 winners to Golubic's five, dropping only 14 points on her own serve. She next faces Marta Kostyuk, the Ukrainian 11th seed who defeated Swiatek earlier this year at Roland Garros.

Point of the Tournament?

Sky Sports Tennis highlighted a particularly grueling exchange during the Norrie-de Minaur clash that has already captured the imagination of the tennis world.

Could this rally between Cameron Norrie and Alex de Minaur be the point of the tournament? ???? pic.twitter.com/PointOfTheTournament

— Sky Sports Tennis (@SkySportsTennis) August 7, 2026

Source: Read the full match report at Sky Sports