Rotterdam Open: Van de Zandschulp’s Run Ends in a Thrilling Match

The 30-year-old Botic van de Zandschulp started strongly in his match against Alex de Minaur, ranked 57 places higher on the world ladder (65th versus 8th). The Veenendaal native confidently held his service games and secured the first set. The second set saw both players fiercely competing, with little to separate them, ultimately leading to a tense tiebreak. De Minaur, 26, emerged victorious in the tiebreak, leveling the match.

The third set began with an immediate break of serve for De Minaur. Van de Zandschulp quickly retaliated, breaking back, but frustration began to creep into his game. After 2 hours and 46 minutes of intense tennis, he was forced to concede the match. This marks the end of Van de Zandschulp’s impressive run at the tournament, following his stunning victory over Greek star Stefanos Tsitsipas in the previous round.

Griekspoor Eyes Semi-Final Spot at the ABN AMRO Open

Later today, Tallon Griekspoor (ATP-27) will attempt to reach the semi-finals in Ahoy. The North Holland native will face Canadian Félix Auger-Aliassime (ATP-6) in a highly anticipated clash. The ABN AMRO Open continues through Sunday.

Carlos Alcaraz claimed the title last year, but is absent from this edition. Jan Siemerink was the last Dutch winner in Rotterdam, achieving the feat in 1998. The tournament is drawing significant attention from tennis fans worldwide, showcasing some of the sport’s brightest talents.

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