Mattia Bellucci advances to US Open second round

Mattia Bellucci advanced to the second round of the US Open after a dominant performance against Zsombor Piros, winning 6-4, 6-2, 6-0. Bellucci utilized an aggressive playing style and a strong service game to control the match, despite experiencing leg cramps during the latter stages.

Following his victory, Bellucci secured a second-round matchup against Taylor Fritz. In discussions regarding his success, Bellucci addressed the economic disparities within professional sports. He noted that while prize money is improving, tennis players—particularly those outside the top 100 or competing in Challenger tournaments—still earn significantly less than athletes in other professional sectors.