Fran Cerúndolo stages epic comeback, reaches US Open second round | OneFootball

On Court 7 of the 2025 US Open, Francisco Cerúndolo staged a comeback that will be etched in memory. He overcame Italian Matteo Arnaldi after losing the first two sets, with a final score of 3-6, 2-6, 7-5, 6-4, and 6-3.

The start clearly favored Arnaldi, who imposed aggression and precision to take the lead. Cerúndolo, visibly uncomfortable, couldn't find his rhythm and conceded the first sets without much opposition.

However, something changed in the third set. Cerúndolo found depth in his forehand and improved his serve. It was a closely contested set: he won it 7-5, in a key moment that restored his hope.

The fourth chapter maintained the tone of resurgence: Cerúndolo raised his mental and technical level, broke his opponent's serve, and closed it 6-4. In the decisive set, the Argentine displayed his arsenal with deep returns and solid composure. And a lot of confidence for his first comeback from 0-2.

Cerúndolo, the 19th seed, reaffirmed his status against the world’s 64th. Moreover, in the context of this season, the comeback not only propels him in the tournament but also reinforces his profile as a player prepared for great challenges after his first Grand Slam victory since Australia.

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