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Top Americans Advance as Gabriel Diallo Keeps Canadian Hopes Alive

Intermittent rain has tested players’ resilience, setting the stage for Fritz’s rematch with home favorite Gabriel Diallo.

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After winning in a five-set thriller at Wimbledon against Gabriel Diallo, Taylor Fritz (right) was complimentary to his young opponent, praising his serving ability.
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Overview

  • Second seed Taylor Fritz survived three rain delays and 45 unforced errors to beat Roberto Carballes Baena 7-5, 7-6(7-1) and reach the third round.
  • Gabriel Diallo emerged as the lone Canadian in the singles draw by defeating Matteo Gigante 6-3, 7-6(7-5) and will face Fritz in a Toronto rematch of their five-set Wimbledon clash.
  • Frances Tiafoe rallied from a set down to overcome Yosuke Watanuki 1-6, 7-5, 7-6(7-5) and secure his spot in the last 32.
  • Ben Shelton relied on a powerful serve to dispatch Adrian Mannarino 6-2, 6-3 without facing a break point as he moved into the third round.
  • Christopher O’Connell continued his upset streak by defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-4, 4-6, 6-2 and joining the other seeds in advancing to the third round.