Droguet Defeats Griekspoor at 2026 ATP Occitanie Open
Titouan Droguet achieved a remarkable victory at the 2026 ATP Occitanie Open, defeating fourth-seed Tallon Griekspoor. This match, held on a Friday evening, showcased Droguet’s skills, as he won with scores of 7-6 (5), 7-6 (1). The victory marked his first ATP Tour semifinal appearance.
Match Highlights
The 24-year-old French player, currently ranked No. 150 in the world, demonstrated powerful serving throughout the match. He delivered an impressive total of 21 aces, effectively overpowering Griekspoor, ranked No. 29. The match lasted one hour and 48 minutes.
This victory is a significant milestone for Droguet, who had previously achieved a career-best of reaching the quarterfinals in Umag last year. Prior to this match, he had only one victory against a Top 50 player, defeating Lorenzo Musetti during the 2023 US Open.
Potential Ranking Increase
Droguet’s success in Montpellier is expected to boost his ATP ranking to approximately No. 120. If he continues his impressive run, he could rise even higher.
Match Performance
- Aces: 21
- Match Duration: 1 hour and 48 minutes
- Career Record Before Match: 5-4 at the tour level
- Previous Best Result: Quarterfinal in Umag (2025)
In the semifinal, Droguet displayed exceptional mental strength, especially during the tiebreaks. He dominated the second set tiebreak, finishing with a score of 7-1. His path to the semifinals included victories over eighth seed Aleksandar Kovacevic and Jan Choinski.
Next Challenge
Droguet’s upcoming challenge is against top seed Felix Auger-Aliassime. The match will take place on Saturday, where Droguet aims to leverage his home-court advantage in pursuit of his first ATP final.
