German ousts Chang in Tokyo

TOKYO Second-seeded Michael Chang, recovering from a left kneeinjury, dropped a 6-2, 5-7, 6-4 decision to Germany's HendrikDreekmann today in the third round of the Japan Open.

"I don't quite feel like my timing or power are where I wantthem to be. I can't push people back like I usually do," said Chang,who has dropped from No. 2 in the world to No. 13.

"When I'm 100 percent, there are few shots I can't run downunless the stadium is a little too small."Dreekmann is ranked 113th."I served pretty well, and that gave me opportunities,"Dreekmann said. "With my forehand, I had a good touch today. I putpressure on him, and he couldn't put pressure on me. . . . Today …