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Tsitsipas: 'I slept well, I wasn't stressed'
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Tsitsipas: 'I slept well, I wasn't stressed'

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Stefanos Tsitsipas advanced to the quarterfinals of the Gstaad Open after a match interrupted by rain.
  • He described the experience of resuming a match the next day as unusual but ultimately manageable.
  • Tsitsipas expressed relief at his performance and preparation for his next match against Arthur Rinderknech.

Stefanos Tsitsipas expressed satisfaction and relief following his advancement to the quarterfinals of the Gstaad Open, a match that concluded today after being suspended due to rain. The Greek tennis player likened the interrupted match to a game of cricket, humorously noting his happiness that it finally finished.

The current match resembled a cricket match, I'm glad it's over.

— Stefanos TsitsipasTsitsipas humorously described the interrupted match that resumed the following day.

"It was really long. I would like to congratulate Jerome for the incredible performance he gave. He made my life very difficult out there. It was really annoying to face him," Tsitsipas said, acknowledging his opponent's strong play. He then reflected on the peculiar nature of pausing a match mid-play and resuming it the following day. "I have heard of matches that lasted three days. It's somewhat strange to go to bed knowing the match is not over."

I have heard of matches that lasted three days. It's somewhat strange to go to bed knowing the match is not over.

— Stefanos TsitsipasTsitsipas commented on the unusual experience of having a match suspended and resumed the next day.

Despite the unusual circumstances, Tsitsipas found a way to prepare mentally. "I was trying to visualize what I would do today on the court. I imagined certain shots and tactical patterns I could use against him. Anyway, I slept very well, I can say that with certainty. I wasn't particularly stressed or anxious about today's continuation," he stated. He noted saving break points early in the resumed play, which he found stressful, but managed to regain composure and close out the match as intended.

I slept very well, I can say that with certainty. I wasn't particularly stressed or anxious about today's continuation.

— Stefanos TsitsipasTsitsipas shared his mental preparation and state of mind after resuming his match.

Looking ahead to his quarterfinal match against Arthur Rinderknech, Tsitsipas anticipates strong serves, similar to his previous opponent. He acknowledged that the high altitude in Gstaad favors big hitters. "I will try to leverage the best elements of my game and gain more stability in my serve. I believe this is something that helps particularly here at the Gstaad Open," Tsitsipas added, outlining his strategy for the upcoming challenge.

I will try to leverage the best elements of my game and gain more stability in my serve. I believe this is something that helps particularly here at the Gstaad Open.

— Stefanos TsitsipasTsitsipas discussed his strategy for his upcoming quarterfinal match.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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