Hubert Hurkacz’s journey through the Rome Masters reaches new heights as he secures a victory over Tomas Etcheverry, booking his spot in the quarterfinals. The clash against the Argentine proved to be a test of skill and resilience, with Hurkacz ultimately prevailing with a decisive scoreline of 7-6, 6-2.
Following his sensational victory over Rafael Nadal, Hurkacz entered the match against Etcheverry with determination. Bolstered by his successful clay season, he faced the Argentine with unwavering optimism and confidence, ready to take on the challenge.
Despite Etcheverry’s early attempts to disrupt his rhythm, Hurkacz remained composed under pressure, thwarting his opponent’s advances and asserting his dominance on the court. Both players engaged in intense exchanges, highlighting their skill and determination throughout the match.
The pivotal moment came during a gripping tie-break, where Etcheverry initially seized a set point before Hurkacz rallied to secure victory after a gruelling seventy minutes of play. In the second set, Hurkacz continued to assert his dominance with two swift breaks, ultimately closing out the match with efficiency and precision.
With this impressive win, Hurkacz achieves his best-ever result at the Rome Masters, signalling his growing prowess on the clay courts and setting the stage for further advancement in the tournament.
Hubi said: 👍@HubertHurkacz defeats Etcheverry in their first meeting on Tour 7-6(7) 6-2 for a Round of 16 spot for the fourth consecutive Masters 1000 event! @InteBNLdItalia | #IBI24 pic.twitter.com/4sBLteCjCW
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Hubert Hurkacz – Tomas Etcheverry 2-0 (7-6, 6-2)