Passed very close to an improbable elimination, this Tuesday evening in the first round of the ATP 250 in Antwerp, against his compatriot Gilles Arnaud Bailly, only ranked 1185e at the ATP (victory, 7-6(7), 5-7, 6-4, after 3h10 of play), David Goffin explained his difficulties by a big flu which prevents him from being at 100%. “My ribs and diaphragm hurt, I’m coughing so much. I have to stay calm and hope it heals over time”said on 58e world newspaper Le Soir.
Opposed in the next round to Diego Schwartzman, seeded number 3 of the tournament, the Belgian logically expects a complicated match all the more against a player of the Argentinian caliber. “I have lots of memories against Diego, but above all, I know that every time I beat him, I had to provide very big matches… I hope I will be able to breathe better because there will still be famous rallies. But I will have nothing to lose and will make him a singles entry. It’s already good on my side to have a victory to start the tournament. I’m going to have to serve well and, whatever happens, we’re going to hang on! »
Posted on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at 7:15 PM
