Carreño Returns to Paris Round of 16 at Argentina's Tirante's Expense

Spanish player Pablo Carreño has reached the third round of Roland Garros for the first time in five years, overcoming Argentine opponent Thiago Tirante. The veteran player, currently ranked 89th in the world, secured a hard-fought victory with a score of 7-6(0), 7-5, 3-6, and 6-4 after more than three and a half hours on court.

Carreño, 34, has been competing in challenger tournaments this season to earn points and return to major competitions, aiming to leave behind a period hampered by injuries. He has reached the quarterfinals in Paris twice before and will now face the winner of the match between his compatriot Rafael Jódar and American Alex Michelsen for a place in the next round.

This marks Carreño's return to the third round at Roland Garros since 2021. Tirante, 25, ends his best Grand Slam performance, having previously defeated Pablo Llamas and Alejandro Davidovich. Despite the loss, Argentina still has four players vying for a spot in the third round, including Solana Sierra in the women's draw and Francisco Cerúndolo, Juan Manuel Cerúndolo, and Francisco Comesaña in the men's singles.