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Marcos Baghdatis

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Marcos Baghdatis
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2017 Highlights

Odesnik Forces an Early Exit for Marcos

Tuesday, 21 July, 2009

Photo: Ron C. Angle

 

Wayne Odesnik proved too strong for Marcos, as he secured his place in the 2nd RD of the Indianapolis Tennis Championships, beating the Cypriot in three sets, 7-6(5) 1-6 6-4.

 

The match proved to be extremely close fought, the fact that the first set resulted in a tie-break, reflects this, as well as the eagerness for both players to take an early lead in the match.  The break eventually fell to the American, who secured the first set 7-5 in the tie-break.

 

However, Marcos started the second set with extreme determination and vigour, as he soared to success with numerous breaks of the Odesnik serve. Marcos fought to win the second set, 6-1, as if to remind the American that he holds the career lead between the pair.

 

Therefore, a deciding set was needed to differentiate between the players, and it proved yet again to be extremely close, with no obvious sign in which direction the match would go.  Despite all his efforts, Marcos eventually lost a vital break to Odesnik, allowing the home hopeful to secure the third set 6-4, as well as his place in the 2nd RD.

 

Fans of Marcos will have an opportunity to support him, as he has a wildcard entry into the Men’s Doubles Draw, partnering Argentine, Juan-Francisco Spina. 

 

For more information about the Men's Doubles Draw, click here