Brussels ATP 250: Belgium’s Collignon Advances to Semifinals at Home Tournament
In an exciting development at the Brussels ATP 250 tournament, Belgian player Hadrien Collignon has advanced to the semifinals. This marks a significant achievement for the 23-year-old native of Rochester, USA, who is currently in his debut season on the ATP circuit.
Collignon’s Journey to the Semifinals
Collignon’s impressive run includes a notable victory over Alex de Minaur, a top 10 player, which helped Belgium defeat Australia in the Davis Cup. He has recently entered the ATP top 100, currently holding the 90th position.
Upcoming Match Against Félix Auger-Aliassime
In the semifinals, Collignon will face Canada’s Félix Auger-Aliassime, who is ranked 13th in the world. Auger-Aliassime secured his spot in the semifinals by defeating American Eliot Spizzirri.
Mpetshi Perricard’s Semifinal Advance
Also reaching the semifinals is French player Mpetshi Perricard. The 22-year-old, currently ranked 37th, overcame Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti, the top seed and 8th ranked player, with a score of 6-4, 7-6 (10/8).
Match Insights
Perricard expressed pride in his performance, noting that he had previously lost to Musetti four times. He altered his game strategy to secure this important win.
Next Steps in the Tournament
- Collignon vs. Auger-Aliassime
- Perricard vs. Jirí Lehecka
Lehecka advanced after Benjamin Bonzi of France withdrew from their match. The semifinals promise to deliver thrilling encounters as players vie for a place in the finals.
