Corentin Moutet was among the favorites of the 7th edition of the Mouilleron-le-Captif Challenger (Vendée). This Wednesday, the Frenchman was released in the second round, in three sets, by his compatriot Alexandre Müller.
One of the favorites of the Vendée International has just fallen, as soon as it entered the lists, in the Vendéspace of Mouilleron-le-Captif (Vendée). Bye in the first lap, Corentin Moutet lost (6-2, 3- 6, 3-6), in front of his compatriot Alexandre Müller, during one of the most beautiful matches of the Challenger so far.
After each of the protagonists won a set, Alexandre Müller took the best start in the final heat. A break in advance finally canceled since Moutet returned to two games everywhere. But visibly annoyed, the latter let slip his opponent who stood out to lead 5-2.
Alexander Müller finally concluded the match with his first match ball converted masterfully. The 220th world player, who will face Mathias Bourgue in the third round, explains: "I'm tired because I played a lot recently, including a final in Glasgow. But I respected the tactics put in place, from the beginning to the end. I never panicked. This is my first victory on a top 100. "
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