2024-11-01 08:17:00
This Thursday evening, the Frenchman Arthur Rinderknech, 60th player in the world and beneficiary of a wild card, was eliminated in the round of 16 of the Rolex Paris Masters.
Arthur Rinderknech finally gave in. This Thursday evening, the Frenchman, 60th player in the world and beneficiary of a wild card, was eliminated in the round of 16 of the Rolex Paris Masters, on hard indoor court, by the Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov, 9th player in the world and seeded n°9 , in three sets (6-2, 4-6, 7-6 (5)) and 2h05 of play. In the first set, the two players started by being tied, and this during the first five games.
At 2-3, the Frenchman gave up a first service. In the process, at 5-2, the Habs saved a first double-break ball, synonymous with a set point, before giving in on the second and last (6-2). In the second set, at 2-3, Arthur Rinderknech saved a break point. Finally, at the best of times, and more precisely at 4-4, the Bulgarian was broken. In the process, the 60th player in the world led 40-0, on his own serve, before managing to equalize with one set everywhere, on his fourth set point (6-4).
Rinderknech seemed in a good position in the tie-break
Finally, in the third and final round, the two players failed to make the difference in the first twelve games and therefore headed to the tie-break. In this decisive game, the beneficiary of a wild card managed to lead 5-3, before losing the last four points and this meeting (7-6 (5)). It was therefore the Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov, 9th player in the world and seeded n°9, who managed to validate his ticket for the quarter-finals, after midnight. His next opponent, this Friday evening, will be the Russian Karen Khachanov, 21st player in the world. Five French people took part in these round of 16 matches. Only one escaped. This is Ugo Humbert, author of an exploit against Carlos Alcaraz, 2nd player in the world.
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**Interview with Arthur Rinderknech Following His Elimination at the Rolex Paris Masters**
**Interviewer**: Arthur, thank you for joining us today. First, let’s talk about your match at the Rolex Paris Masters. How do you feel about your performance, considering you reached the round of 16?
**Arthur Rinderknech**: Thank you for having me. It was definitely a tough match. I felt I played well at times, but there were moments where my opponent really pushed me, and I couldn’t quite seize the opportunities when they came. It’s always disappointing to lose, especially at a prestigious tournament like this.
**Interviewer**: You received a wild card entry into the tournament. How did that impact your preparation and motivation coming into this event?
**Arthur Rinderknech**: Getting a wild card was both exciting and a bit of pressure. I felt a responsibility to perform well, not just for myself but also to show that I deserved the chance. It motivated me to work extra hard in my preparations. Events like this allow you to measure yourself against some of the best players in the world, and that’s always a great opportunity for growth.
**Interviewer**: You’re currently ranked 60th in the world. What are your goals for the upcoming season, and how will you build on this experience?
**Arthur Rinderknech**: My goal is to break into the top 30. I want to improve my consistency and perform better at these larger tournaments. This experience is invaluable, and I’ll take the lessons learned here back to training. There’s always room for improvement, and I’m excited to work hard and come back stronger.
**Interviewer**: Looking ahead, what’s next on your calendar after the Rolex Paris Masters?
**Arthur Rinderknech**: I’ll be participating in some smaller tournaments to gather points and continue improving my game. I always look forward to every match because they all contribute to my progress as a player.
**Interviewer**: any message to your fans who have been supporting you throughout the tournament?
**Arthur Rinderknech**: I just want to thank them for their support. It means a lot to me, and I hope to make them proud by continuing to fight and improve. I promise to keep working hard to bring more exciting moments in the future.
**Interviewer**: Thank you, Arthur, for your time and insights. Best of luck with the rest of your season!
**Arthur Rinderknech**: Thank you! I appreciate it.
