Jiri Lehecka faces Nuno Borges in Shanghai as the match gets underway

The match between Jiri Lehecka (Czech Republic) and Nuno Borges (Portugal) got underway this Saturday, October 10 at 06:00 (Paris time) on the courts of the Shanghai tournament. From the first minutes, the Czech, ranked world No. 19, imposed his game by winning the first set 6-3. The Portuguese, world No. 51, showed signs of resistance but failed to counter Lehecka’s aggression.

The second set begins under heavy rain, disrupting the match’s rhythm. Both players had to adapt to the wet conditions, making rallies more challenging. Lehecka, used to fast surfaces, is trying to maintain his advantage while Borges seeks to fight back.

The encounter promises to be physical and tactical, with both players facing an important challenge in this Shanghai tournament. The match is still ongoing, and every point now counts for the outcome of this opening set.

*Tennis in Shanghai.*

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