Stefanos Tsitsipas advances to second round at Shanghai Masters

Stefanos Tsitsipas advanced to the second round of the Shanghai Masters after defeating Belgian qualifier Kimmer Coppejans in straight sets, 6-3, 7-5. The match lasted approximately 76 minutes.

Tsitsipas, currently ranked 43rd in the world, relied heavily on a consistent serve, preventing Coppejans from earning any break points throughout the match. The Greek player secured one break in each set to secure the victory. Following this win, Tsitsipas is scheduled to face Italian player Luciano Darderi in the next round.

Reflecting on the match, Tsitsipas noted that the court conditions in Shanghai felt faster than those in Tokyo, with the ball sliding more, which will require a period of adjustment. He expressed satisfaction with his aggressive playstyle and his ability to use his forehand effectively to control the court.