ATP 250 Santiago: Monteiro Faces Carabelli in Thrilling Matchup

Santiago, Chile – Thiago Monteiro, currently ranked 108th, will take on Ugo Carabelli, ranked 69th by the ATP, in the round of 16 at the ATP 250 tournament in Santiago this Thursday, February 27. The match is scheduled to begin at around 6:30 p.m. local time and will be exclusively available for viewing on betting sites, as Disney+ and Tennis TV do not provide access to secondary court matches.

This upcoming contest marks their first professional meeting, but historically, Monteiro has faced Carabelli twice, winning twice but having lost their most recent encounter in the semifinals of the Santa Cruz tournament last year. Monteiro’s strong performance in previous matches sets the stage for an exciting showdown on Court 2, which will also feature the doubles match between Marcelo Demoliner and Marcelo Zormann against Barrientos and Bollipalli at 3:00 p.m. local time.

Reflecting on the significance of the match, Monteiro shared, “Every game is a new opportunity. I’ve learned from past encounters, and I’m ready to give my best.”

In related news, Bia Haddad Maia is set to make her debut at the WTA 500 tournament in Mérida, Mexico, also on February 27. She will face Rebecca Sramkova, ranked 40th, with the match expected to commence not before 6:30 p.m. local time. Haddad Maia is the third seed and is eager to overcome a recent streak of three consecutive losses. Meanwhile, Sramkova showcased a strong first round performance, losing only four games in just over an hour.

“I am looking forward to this match. I’ve had success against Sramkova in the past, and I’m hopeful I can turn my recent results around,” Haddad Maia commented.

As the ATP and WTA events unfold, players continue to strive for success amid tough competition, enhancing the excitement of the tournament for fans and athletes alike.