ATP Madrid: Sonego supera Gasquet senza difficoltà. Prossimo confronto con Sinner nella sfida cittadina.

Lorenzo Sonego defeated Richard Gasquet 6-2 7-5 in a straightforward match at the Mutua Madrid Open. After a disappointing three-set loss to Ugo Humbert in Monte Carlo, Sonego bounced back against the French player. The 28-year-old from Turin secured the victory in an hour and 24 minutes, advancing to the second round where he will face his compatriot Jannik Sinner.

Gasquet, who currently holds the 116th position in the world rankings, had successfully navigated through the qualifications to reach the main draw. This match marked his 1000th career match milestone, as he joined an elite group of active players who have reached this impressive feat.

In the first set, Sonego displayed impeccable play with a combination of aces and drop shots, taking an early lead with two breaks. The Italian’s commanding performance continued as he dominated the set, closing it out with a score of 6-2.

The second set saw a slightly longer battle with both players showcasing their skills. Gasquet attempted to take the lead with three consecutive break points in the second game, but Sonego’s strong service and forehand shots thwarted his efforts. The match remained close until Sonego capitalized on a crucial break point at 5-5, ultimately securing the set 7-5.

Overall, Sonego’s solid performance and strategic play against Gasquet earned him a well-deserved victory at the Mutua Madrid Open. The Italian player’s next challenge will be facing his fellow countryman in the second round of the tournament.