Zizou Bergs Shines at European Open with Stellar Performance
Zizou Bergs Dominates in First Round
The top Belgian representative at the European Open, Zizou Bergs, currently ranked 69th in the ATP, delivered an impressive match at Lotto Arena in Antwerp on Tuesday night. He successfully eliminated Argentine left-hander Facundo Diaz Acosta (ATP 67) in straight sets, 7-5, 6-4.
Match Highlights
- Zizou Bergs notched a strong start with an early break.
- Bergs experienced minor tension adjustments with his racket during the match.
- Public support motivated Bergs and enhanced his performance.
- He effectively utilized serve-and-volley tactics, aiming to improve his forward play.
“I wasn't too nervous before the match,” Bergs explained. “I started with good intensity. After noticing my racket's tension was off, I changed rackets after the break, found my rhythm again, and that helped my game. I felt a little relief at the start of the second set but regained focus with the crowd's encouragement. It’s wonderful to see so many people supporting tennis in Belgium.”
Looking ahead, on Thursday, Bergs will face another Argentine player, Sebastian Baez (ATP 27), who received a bye in the first round. “I’m not the favorite to win the tournament, but I don’t see myself as an underdog either. I’ve gained respect from top players, which boosts my confidence knowing they prefer not to face me in front of my home crowd,” Bergs remarked.
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