Auger-Aliassime, Berrettini Compete; Zverev, Shelton Await Their Turn
Thursday marked another exciting day in tennis, with action across the ATP and WTA tours in cities like Vienna, Basel, and Tokyo. Notable players such as Felix Auger-Aliassime and Matteo Berrettini showcased their skills while Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton awaited their turn on the court.
Tennis Highlights from Thursday
- Felix Auger-Aliassime shined: The Canadian player delivered a stellar performance with 28 aces, defeating Marin Cilic 7-6(2), 7-6(2) in Basel.
- Lorenzo Musetti’s victory: Musetti advanced in Vienna, winning against Tomas Martin Etcheverry with a score of 6-3, 6-4.
- Alexander Zverev progresses: Zverev overcame Matteo Arnaldi 6-4, 6-4 to secure his place in the next round in Vienna.
- Shocking exit for Taylor Fritz: The top seed in Basel, Fritz, was eliminated by Ugo Humbert, who won 6-3, 6-4.
- Ben Shelton stunned: In Basel, the American lost to Jaume Munar 6-3, 6-4.
- Daniil Medvedev’s defeat: Medvedev fell to Corentin Moutet in Vienna, losing 7-6(3), 6-4.
- Jannik Sinner’s win: The world number two defeated Flavio Cobolli 6-2, 7-6(4) in Vienna.
- Making waves in Tokyo: Sofia Kenin and Ekaterina Alexandrova both moved on in the WTA tournament with commanding wins.
Upcoming Matches
As the tournament progresses, players will look to capitalize on their momentum. In the coming rounds, keep an eye on Felix Auger-Aliassime and Berrettini, while Zverev and Shelton seek to regain their form.
Conclusion
This thrilling day in tennis showcased the raw talent and unpredictability of the sport. As players like Auger-Aliassime and Berrettini compete, Zverev and Shelton await their chance to continue the battle in Vienna and Basel. Stay tuned for more updates from El-Balad.
