The Cincinnati Open Round of 32 delivered a mix of dominant wins, tense thrillers, and unfortunate retirements as the world’s top tennis stars battled for a place in the last-16.
Alcaraz in Cruise Control
World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz showed why he’s among the tournament favorites, easing past Serbia’s Hamad Medjedovic 6-4, 6-4. The Spaniard’s aggressive baseline game and precise serving kept Medjedovic on the back foot from start to finish.
Comesana Shocks Opelka in Epic Clash
Argentine Francisco Comesana pulled off one of the day’s surprises, outlasting big-serving American Reilly Opelka 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-5. Despite Opelka’s booming aces, Comesana’s return game and patience in long rallies proved decisive in the final set.
Khachanov Too Strong for Brooksby
Russia’s Karen Khachanov was clinical in dispatching Jenson Brooksby 6-3, 6-3. Controlling the match with clean hitting and consistent depth, Khachanov never allowed the American a foothold.
Zverev Match Suspended
Third seed Alexander Zverev was locked in a tight battle with Brandon Nakashima when play was suspended at 6-4, 5-4 in favor of the German. The match will resume with Zverev serving for victory.
Lehecka and Rublev Move Through
Jiri Lehecka overcame Australia’s Adam Walton in two tense tiebreaks 7-6(5), 7-6(3), while ninth seed Andrey Rublev had to dig deep to edge Alexei Popyrin 6-7(5), 7-6(5), 7-5 in one of the day’s most dramatic encounters.
Nardi Advances After Retirement
Italy’s Luca Nardi progressed after Czech youngster Jakub Mensik retired while trailing 6-2, 2-1. The retirement came after Mensik struggled with physical issues mid-match.
With the draw heating up, fans can expect more high-octane tennis as the Cincinnati Open heads into the last-16 stage.
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