After Astana Open, ATP Tour has 2 ATP 250 prizes, Gijon Open and Firenze Open. In particular, Gijon Open attracts more attention when there is the presence of names like Andy Murray, Dominic Thiem or Andrey Rubleev.
In the last round, Thiuem did not have many difficulties to win against Joao Sousa. This morning, the Austrian player had just entered the second round.
Entering Set 1, Giron is the one who entered the game better. American players win break first in game 2 to lead 2-0. However, Thiem also quickly reclaimed the break in game 3 to balance the score.
In turn in two games 5 and 6, Thiem and Giron continued to exchange breaks. The turning point only came to game 8 when Giron won the hinge break. Shortly thereafter, American player successfully defended Game 9 to set a 6-3 victory.
Being led 1 set, Thiuem played effort in Set 2. He was the one who won the previous break in game 6 to lead 4-2. Giron also shows the bravery when reclaiming the break in the next game before balancing the score 4-4 in game 8.
The last 2 games, Thiem has a strong speed. In Game 9, he successfully saved 1 break-point, then broke Giron's serve game in game 10. Set 2 closed with a 6-4 victory in favor.
Peacefully 1-1, the two players have to enter the set of 3 decisions. At this time, Giron suddenly played down. The American star lost all 3 breaks and could not win a game. He then accepted the racket with defeat 0-6.
In the end, Thiem surpassed Giron with a score of 3-6, 6-4 and 6-0, thereby writing his name in the quarterfinals. Notably, this victory also helps him balance the number 13-13 at ATP Tour this season.
