Francisco Comesana Advances in Italian Open with Win Over Altmaier

Rome, Italy — Francisco Comesana of Argentina secured his spot in the second round of the ATP Italian Open by defeating Germany’s Daniel Altmaier 6-1, 7-5 on Wednesday at Foro Italico.

This victory marks Comesana’s first advancement at the prestigious clay court tournament, known for its challenging competition. Ranked No. 63 in the ATP, Comesana showcased his strong clay-court skills, dominating the first set before closing out the match in the second.

Following the match, Comesana expressed his excitement about his performance and upcoming challenges: “I feel really good on this surface and I’m ready to face Holger Rune next. It’s going to be a tough match, but I’m looking forward to it,” he said.

Comesana will face No. 9 seed Holger Rune in the second round after Rune received a bye in the first round due to his seeding. The matches began Wednesday for unseeded players, making Comesana’s quick progress significant as competition ramps up.

Previously, Comesana had a successful run in Madrid, where he reached the third round, defeating Arthur Fils along the way. In contrast, Altmaier entered the Italian Open looking to bounce back after recent losses, including a first-round exit in Madrid.

The Italian Open, held in Rome, is the last clay Masters 1000 tournament of the season, making it a crucial event for players competing for ranking points. The atmosphere at Foro Italico promises exciting matchups as the first-round action continues.

With this win, Comesana’s next challenge will test his abilities against a higher-ranked opponent, but his confidence on clay might just turn the tide in his favor.