In the recent Rosmalen Grass Court Championships in ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands, two Australian tennis players, Alexei Popyrin and Aleksandar Vukic, claimed victories in all-Aussie battles, showcasing their skills on the grass courts.
Popyrin faced off against Rinky Hijikata in a thrilling match that saw Popyrin secure a 6-4 6-4 victory after a strong performance. Despite Hijikata initially taking the lead, Popyrin’s powerful serves and solid gameplay helped him turn the match around. This win marked the end of a four-match losing streak for Popyrin and propelled him into the second round where he will face world No.13 Tommy Paul.
On the other hand, Vukic displayed an impressive performance against Max Purcell, securing a 6-3 7-6(5) win. With 11 aces and 25 winners, Vukic showcased his dominance on the grass court. He is now set to face No.4 seed Karen Khachanov in the second round.
With these victories, Popyrin and Vukic joined the top seed Alex de Minaur in the second round, highlighting the strong presence of Australian male players in the tournament.
In another tournament in Stuttgart, Germany, James Duckworth continued his excellent form by defeating Pierre-Hugues Herbert in the opening round. Duckworth’s stellar performance earned him a spot in the second round where he will face world No.14 Ben Shelton. Despite Herbert’s impressive 20 aces, Duckworth’s composure and consistency secured him the win.
Additionally, at the WTA 250 event in Nottingham, Australian players Ellen Perez and Nicole Melichar-Martinez kicked off their grass-court season with a dominant 6-2 6-2 victory in the women’s doubles. Daria Saville and Kimberly Birrell also started their campaigns with wins in the women’s singles draw, setting a positive tone for the Australian contingent in the tournament.
Overall, Australian tennis players are making their mark on the international circuit, showcasing their talent and determination on the grass courts. Stay tuned for more exciting matches and results as these players continue to compete at the highest level.
