The Swiss Indoors Basel witnessed a historic moment on Wednesday as veteran Stan Wawrinka became the oldest player to secure a match win in the tournament’s history. The 39-year-old Swiss, playing in front of a passionate home crowd, overcame a resilient Adrian Mannarino in a hard-fought three-set battle, 6-3, 3-6, 7-5. This victory marked Wawrinka’s first against Mannarino, having previously lost to the Frenchman on three occasions.
Wawrinka’s triumph came after a grueling match that showcased his experience and resilience. He will now face 22-year-old American sensation Ben Shelton in the round of 16, where he will be looking to continue his impressive run in the tournament.
Meanwhile, top seed Andrey Rublev continued his strong season, cruising past Alejandro Tabilo 7-6 (3), 6-1 to reach his 13th quarterfinal appearance this year. Rublev’s dominance on the court has solidified his position as one of the most consistent performers on the ATP Tour.
There were further upsets in store on Wednesday as Roberto Bautista Agut, a former champion at the event, defeated second-seeded Casper Ruud 6-3, 3-6, 6-3. The Spaniard’s victory will be a significant boost to his confidence as he looks to build momentum for the remainder of the season.
Two-time defending champion Felix Auger-Aliassime also secured his place in the next round, overcoming a tough challenge from Sebastian Baez 7-5, 6-1. David Goffin and Pedro Martinez also advanced to the round of 16, ensuring an intriguing slate of matches for the coming days.
With a thrilling day of action behind us, the Swiss Indoors Basel is shaping up to be an exciting and unpredictable tournament. The stage is set for more captivating matches as the top contenders battle it out for a coveted title.