Stefanos Tsitsipas overpowered Australia’s Alex de Minaur in straight sets, 6-1, 6-2 on Tuesday at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia in Rome to advance to the quarterfinal.
According to ATP Tour, the Greek star sped through the first set in just 23-minutes, showcasing his breadth of experience on the clay surface while mixing patience with power at all the right moments.
“I tried to do the best that I could out there on the court by bringing the best quality on my strokes, and I delivered,” Tsitsipas said post-match.
I knew that I had something good working for me today.”
Tsitsipas will next face the 21st seed, Nicolas Jarry on Thursday after the Chilean’s straight set victory over Alexandre Muller.
Source: ATP Tour
