In a surprising turn of events at the Miami Open, Canadian tennis star Félix Auger-Aliassime and Russian player Daniil Medvedev were both eliminated from the tournament. French player Térence Atmane defeated Auger-Aliassime in a tightly contested match, while Francisco Cerundolo shocked Medvedev.
Atmane’s Victory Over Auger-Aliassime
Térence Atmane, ranked 53rd in the world, secured his place in the round of 16 by overcoming Félix Auger-Aliassime, currently 8th in the ATP rankings. The match ended with scores of 6-3, 1-6, 6-3.
Atmane, a 24-year-old Frenchman, had previously defeated two top-10 players in his career. He started strong, leading 5-2 early in the match. Although Auger-Aliassime staged a comeback in the second set, Atmane regained momentum, ultimately sealing the match after nearly two hours.
Match Details
- Duration: 1 hour, 53 minutes
- Set Scores: 6-3, 1-6, 6-3
- Atmane’s Next Opponent: Winner of Jakub Mensik vs. Frances Tiafoe matchup
Cerundolo Stuns Medvedev
In another upset, Argentine player Francisco Cerundolo defeated Daniil Medvedev, the 10th seed, with a scoreline of 6-0, 4-6, 7-5. This marked a significant win for Cerundolo, who had not defeated a top-10 player in nearly a year.
The match started poorly for Medvedev, as he lost the first set 6-0 in just 21 minutes. Though he fought back and took the second set, he faltered at a critical moment in the third set, ultimately falling to Cerundolo after two hours and 17 minutes.
Match Insights
- Duration: 2 hours, 17 minutes
- Set Scores: 6-0, 4-6, 7-5
- Cerundolo’s Past Performance: Previous top-10 victory was against Alexander Zverev in May 2022
Eliminated Favorites at Miami Open
The 2026 Miami Open has seen several high-profile eliminations. In addition to Auger-Aliassime and Medvedev, world number one Carlos Alcaraz, Alex de Minaur, and Ben Shelton have also exited early from the tournament. This trend has made the competition more unpredictable as players vie for top honors.
