Preview: Carlos Alcaraz vs Karen Khachanov prediction, betting tips & odds, head-to-head | ATP Qatar Open 2026
Carlos Alcaraz looks to extend his flawless record against Karen Khachanov.
The top seed Carlos Alcaraz will take on the Russian star Karen Khachanov in the quarterfinals match at ATP Qatar Open 2026 on February 19, Thursday.
The World No.1 produced a composed and resilient performance to defeat Valentin Royer 6-2, 7-5 in the second round. Alcaraz looked in control early, taking the first set comfortably, but faced real pressure in the second as Royer surged ahead and came within a game of forcing a decider.
At 2-5 down in the second set, the Spaniard repeated his Australian Open heroics (against Zverev), reeling off five consecutive games to close out the match in straight sets. His ability to stay calm under scoreboard pressure stood out yet again.
The match lasted 96 minutes and underlined his knack for lifting his level when it matters most. With the win, Alcaraz extended his winning streak to nine matches.
Meanwhile, Khachanov registered his second-round win against Marton Fucsovics 6-2, 4-6, 6-4. Breaking his opponents’ serve thrice, as opposed to just once on his own serve, the Russian served his way out successfully, to clinch a three-set thriller.
Match Details
- Tournament: Qatar Open 2026
- Round: Quarter-Final Round
- Date: February 19
- Venue: Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex, Doha, Qataraq
- Surface: Hard​
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​Preview
Carlos Alcaraz looks in ominous form, playing his best on hardcourts since the US Open. He has made a habit of making comebacks, and is able to produce his clutchness with serve when it matters the most, as seen with his 81% first-serves in the second-round.
Looking to enter his maiden Doha semi-final, and hoping to not repeat the mistakes he made at this venue last year, the Spaniard is set to lock horns with Karen Khachanov. The Russian has fought consecutive three-setters, and won both thanks to his impressive first-serve success rate.
However, Khachanov’s form building up to this event has been modest, with early exits in Melbourne and Rotterdam. Moreover, he will have to defy history, if he wishes to repeat his heroics of 2024, when he triumphed in Qatar.
Khachanov is yet to overcome Alcaraz, having fallen short in each of their previous five exchanges. Only once have they met on hardcourts though, which Alcaraz won 7-5 6-2 in Beijing Open’s quarter-final.
Form
- Carlos Alcaraz: W-W-W-W-W
- Karen Khachanov: W-L-L-L-L
Head-to-head record
- Matches: 5
- Carlos Alcaraz: 5
- Karen Khachanov: 0
Stats
Carlos Alcaraz
- Alcaraz has an 9-0 win-loss record in the 2026 season.
- Alcaraz has a 4-1 win-loss record at the Qatar Open.
- Alcaraz has won 78% of matches played on hard courts.
Karen Khachanov
- Khachanov has a 5-3 win-loss record in the 2026 season.
- Khachanov has a 10-4 win-loss record at the Qatar Open.
- Khachanov has won 59% of matches played on hard courts.
Carlos Alcaraz vs Karen Khachanov: Betting tips and odds
- Moneyline: Alcaraz: -1100, Khachanov: +800
- Spread: Alcaraz -5.5 (-110), Khachanov +5.5 (-110)
- Total Games: Over 19.5 (-106), Under 19.5 (-110)
Match Prediction
Carlos Alcaraz is strongly favored to extend his unbeaten record against Karen Khachanov, given his superior hard court form, physical freshness, and proven ability to raise his level in pressure moments.
Khachanov’s reliance on first serve dominance may keep parts of the match competitive, but over sustained baseline exchanges Alcaraz’s movement, defensive to offensive transitions, and all-round completeness, should tilt the balance decisively, making a straight sets win the most likely outcome.
Result: Alcaraz to win in straight sets.
Where and how to watch live telecast and live streaming of Carlos Alcaraz vs Karen Khachanov ATP Qatar Open 2026 quarterfinal match?
The QF match between Carlos Alcaraz and Karen Khachanov at the 2026 Qatar Open will be broadcast on Fancode for Indian viewers. Residents of the United States can tune in to the Tennis Channel. Fans in the United Kingdom can stream the match on SkyUK.​​
When is the Carlos Alcaraz vs Karen Khachanov quarterfinal match at ATP Qatar Open 2026?
The match will be played on February 19, 2026, at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex in Doha, Qatar.
What is the head-to-head record between Alcaraz and Khachanov?
Carlos Alcaraz leads the head-to-head 5–0 against Karen Khachanov. Khachanov is yet to defeat the Spaniard on the ATP Tour.
How have both players performed in the 2026 season so far?
Alcaraz holds a flawless 9–0 record in 2026 heading into this match, while Khachanov has a 5–3 win-loss record this season.
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