Argentina’s Thiago Agustin Tirante had the standout result of the day, making a strong comeback to defeat top seed Ben Shelton at the U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championship in Houston.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
After narrowly losing the first set 7-6 (5), Tirante regrouped and took control of the match, winning the next two sets 6-3, 6-4. The Argentine was perfect on serve, holding all 16 of his service games with a calm and efficient performance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
For Shelton, this defeat marks a tough stretch; he has not progressed beyond the round of 16 since winning the title against Taylor Fritz at the Dallas Open in February.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In other matches in Houston, Argentina’s Roman Andres Burruchaga beat third seed Learner Tien 7-5, 6-4, while Tommy Paul advanced with a 6-4, 6-2 win over Tomas Martin Etcheverry.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In the match of the night, second seed Frances Tiafoe fought past Alexei Popyrin 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 (6) in a thrilling contest that lasted nearly three hours. Tiafoe will face Paul in an all-American semifinal, while Burruchaga takes on Tirante in an all-Argentine matchup.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In Marrakech, Argentina’s Marco Trungelliti upset third seed Corentin Moutet 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, overcoming eight double faults with six aces. Fellow Argentine Camilo Ugo Carabelli also won a three-set battle, defeating Luca van Assche 0-6, 6-3, 6-2.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Spain’s Rafael Jodar advanced after Alexandre Muller retired while trailing 6-2, 2-0. Luciano Darderi also advanced due to a walkover against Yannick Hanfmann.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Meanwhile, in Bucharest, play resumed after weather issues, completing a busy schedule on Friday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Spain’s Rafael Jodar advanced after Alexandre Muller retired while trailing 6-2, 2-0. Luciano Darderi also advanced due to a walkover against Yannick Hanfmann.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Later, Botic van de Zandschulp, Mariano Navone, Merida Aguilar, and Marozsan secured their spots in the semifinals. Third seed Marozsan defeated Altmaier 6-2, 7-6 (5), while Merida Aguilar edged Droguet 4-6, 7-6 (7), 3-1 before the Frenchman retired.<\/p>\r\n\r\n