Hubert Hurkacz defeated Alexander Shevchenko 6–3, 6–2 in the semi-final of the United Cup, an ATP 250 event on hard court on 4 January 2025. The Polish player's commanding performance saw him progress to the final with a decisive two-set victory, breaking down his opponent's resistance with consistent pressure throughout. Shevchenko, competing at the highest level of the tournament structure, could not sustain the intensity required against Hurkacz's superior court positioning and serve. The emphatic scoreline underscores Hurkacz's current form heading into the final stage of the competition.