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Straight-Set Showdowns Define Delray Beach Open as Giron and Fritz Secure Victories.
February 16th, 2024
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February, 12 – Delray Beach, FL: Patrick Kypson(USA) in action here, plays Miomir Kecmanovic(SRB) during the first round of the 2024 Delray Beach Open at the Delray Beach Tennis Center. Photo by Andrew Patron.
Marcos Giron Defeated Patrick Kypson
Marcos Giron secured a victory against Patrick Kypson with a scoreline of 6-4, 6-4 in their first-time encounter at the DBO. The American players engaged in a straightforward match characterized by mostly first serves. Giron capitalized on a break at 3-3 in the first set, securing a 6-4 win. The second set mirrored the first, with Giron maintaining control. Giron never faced a break point while serving and secured the decisive break to claim the second set and the match.
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February, 14 – Delray Beach, FL: Marcos Giron(USA) in action here, defeats Adrian Mannarino(FRA) during the first round of the 2024 Delray Beach Open at the Delray Beach Tennis Center. Photo by Andrew Patron.
Taylor Fritz defeated Ricky Hijikata
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DELRAY BEACH, FL – FEBRUARY 19: Taylor Fritz (USA) in action wins the 2024 Delray Beach Open on February 19, 2024, at the Delray Beach Tennis Center in Delray Beach, FL. Photo by Andrew Patron.
In another straight-set match, Taylor Fritz defeated Ricky Hijikata with a score of 6-3, 6-3. Unlike the previous day’s matches, today’s contests proceeded efficiently. Fritz, the top seed and defending DBO Champion, quickly took a lead by holding his serve and breaking Hijikata for a 2-0 advantage. Fritz continued to dominate, holding his serve and securing a 3-0 lead. While Hijikata managed to get on the board and showcase solid serving, Fritz demonstrated excellent returns and overall dominance, closing the set with numerous unreturned serves.
The second set saw Fritz starting strong with powerful returns, breaking Hijikata’s serve for a 2-0 lead. Despite Hijikata’s efforts, Fritz maintained pressure, pushing to deuce on the Australian’s serve. Hijikata showcased skill with a well-executed drop shot and a winner to hold serve. However, Fritz sustained his concentration and pressure, holding his serves until the end of the match.
Fritz’s performance highlighted why he is the No. 1 American male player, showcasing impressive movement, accurate serves, and precise strokes. The defending champion remains in contention for a back-to-back championship.
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February, 14 – Delray Beach, FL: Rinky Hijikata(AUS) celebrating here, defeats Matteo Arnaldi(ITA) during the first round of the 2024 Delray Beach Open at the Delray Beach Tennis Center. Photo by Andrew Patron.
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