Norrie Kicks Off ATP Rio Open Defense with Convincing Win

British tennis sensation Cameron Norrie launched his bid to defend his ATP Rio Open title with a commanding 6-3, 6-2 victory over Bolivian Hugo Dellien in Brazil. The 28-year-old British number one displayed dominance on the court, breezing past Dellien in a rematch of their challenging encounter at the quarter-final stage in 2023.

Norrie showcased his formidable skills, conceding just one break point throughout the match, ultimately clinching victory in a swift one hour and 21 minutes. His stellar performance sets the stage for an intriguing showdown against Chile’s Tomas Barrios Vera in the upcoming round, marking their first-ever encounter on the ATP circuit.

Meanwhile, in Florida, defending champion Taylor Fritz asserted his dominance at the rain-delayed Delray Beach Open, dispatching American compatriot Tommy Paul with a resounding 6-2, 6-3 victory. The triumph extends Fritz’s remarkable winning streak in ATP finals to six consecutive matches, solidifying his status as a force to be reckoned with on the international stage.

In the doubles arena, Britain’s Julian Cash and American partner Robert Galloway etched their names in history by clinching their maiden ATP Tour title. The duo displayed tenacity and skill, overcoming top seeds Mexican Santiago Gonzalez and British partner Neal Skupski in a thrilling final, triumphing 5-7, 7-5, 10-2 to claim the coveted title.