Metz: Jacquet Proceeds from Lucky Loser to Success

In an exciting first-round match at the Metz tournament, Kyrian Jacquet emerged victorious after initially being a “lucky loser.” This 24-year-old French player defeated Arthur Van Assche, with scores of 4-6, 6-3, 6-4. Jacquet, ranked 156th globally, had been invited to the tournament despite losing in the second round of qualifiers.

Match Overview

Jacquet faced Van Assche, 21, who was a qualifier for the tournament. They had previously played against each other in the lower circuits but had not met on the main ATP tour until now. This match marked an important step for both competitors, especially given their recent performances.

Path to the Match

• Jacquet had lost to Jan Choinski, a British player, in the qualifications.
• Van Assche had previously defeated British player Harris and Tunisian Echargui to secure his qualification.

In the early moments of the match, Van Assche took the lead by breaking Jacquet, finishing the first set 6-4. However, Jacquet rebounded strongly, winning the next two sets and ultimately clinching the match after two hours and thirty minutes of play.

Next Steps for Jacquet

With his win, Jacquet became the fourth French player to advance in the tournament, joining others like Terence Atmane and Arthur Cazaux. He will now face another “lucky loser,” Dan Added, in the second round.

Significance of the Tournament

• The Metz tournament is known for its competitive field and has seen many French players succeed in the past.
• Jacquet’s performance demonstrates resilience after his early exit in previous events.
• The tournament was previously won by Benjamin Bonzi, who is absent this year.

Jacquet’s journey from a lucky loser to a match winner highlights the potential for unexpected victories in high-stakes tournaments like those held in Metz. His upcoming match against Added promises further excitement for tennis fans.