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2d ago

Cobolli Beats Tiafoe to Win Mexican Open Title in Acapulco

The 23-year-old secures a third ATP crown, his first on hard courts, boosting his ranking with the full 500-point haul.

Italy's Flavio Cobolli on his way to victory in Acapulco
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Overview

  • Cobolli defeated Tiafoe 7-6 (7/4), 6-4 in two hours and nine minutes at Arena GNP Seguros.
  • The opener hinged on a tiebreak after Tiafoe saved a set point at 5-4, with Cobolli taking control to close it out.
  • In set two, Cobolli broke for 3-2, pressed for a double break, saw Tiafoe level at 4-4, then broke back and served out the match.
  • The victory gives Cobolli his third ATP Tour title and his first on hard courts, adding to two previous triumphs that came on clay.
  • Champion’s payout totals $461,835 with 500 ranking points, projecting Cobolli to No. 15, while Tiafoe earns $248,480 and 330 points for a projected rise to No. 22.