Overview
- The 29-year-old beat Sebastian Korda 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 (7-3) in his first singles match in 362 days.
- He called for the trainer in the second set after a serve caused sharp shoulder pain, then played on following treatment.
- Post-match, he said the pain felt different from his past pectoral issue and noted prior shoulder surgery in his history.
- He outlined a short-term plan of ice, anti-inflammatories and physio, saying he may be unable to continue this week.
- A scheduled second-round meeting with Valentin Vacherot is slated for Wednesday in Adelaide pending medical clearance.