Cerúndolo saves eight set points, vents frustration at coach | OneFootball

Francisco Cerúndolo reached the quarterfinals of the 2026 Argentina Open after defeating Hugo Dellien in a match that had two completely different sides. What began as a straightforward affair turned into a close battle that included a confrontation with his coach and eight set points saved.

The world number 19 dominated the first set: 6-0 in just 15 minutes, with 28 points played and almost total control from his serve. Dellien won only four points and was never able to trouble the Argentine.

But the match changed completely in the second set. The Bolivian raised his level, began to hold his serve and extend the rallies, while Cerúndolo showed signs of nervousness. During that stretch, the Argentine had a verbal exchange with his coach Nicolás Pastor, to whom he responded with irony from the court.

The match became tense. Dellien had eight chances to take the match to a third set, but Cerúndolo held on and forced the tiebreak. There, he imposed his superiority and closed out the 7-6 with a shout of relief that echoed throughout the Lawn Tennis.

After the win, the Argentine admitted that the second set was tough and highlighted his opponent's improvement. In the quarterfinals, he will face Czech player Vit Kopriva, who recently eliminated Matteo Berrettini.

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