Mattia Bellucci vs. Stan Wawrinka Full Match | 2024 US Open Round 1

box alongside Nico Pereira here we goated Pro serve throughout his career can really P it with the best of them yeah was impressed with beluchi the way played in qualies not dropping a set and it's a very Nimble footed player he's diminutive really by tennis standards 5 fo n he's Lively quick [Applause] mover he's not really having a play on too many balls here so far St of rinka laying down a marker early on fo CAU thank you great start for St Rinker wasting no time at all as he does aim to be the oldest player to win a US Open match since Jimmy Connors in 1992 when your name is mentioned besides the great Jimmy Connors you know you're to some what a career in the second half for stand been plagued by injuries these last few years but he refuses to go away just shows tremendous grit let's see what the Italian has facing a legend of the game in one of the biggest stages of the game the last major of the Year mat certainly we'll just be looking for a nerve settler here beluchi oh that's brilliant Stan rinka putting up the barricades at the back of the Court patient play 15 24 Shots [Applause] Luchi failed to qualify in the first major of the year in Australia but qualified in three straight since that is something that is so difficult to do because of the ranking of all players participating in the qualifying speaks ball to the resilience of the 23y old Italian does hail from the Italian region of Lombardi in Northern Italy nice serve Wicked serve out one [Applause] wide baluchi Good Start From beluchi gets on the board for the first time had a chance to do couple of his matches during the summer lot of poise from this young man that every week has been a discovery throughout this breakthrough year for him endurance always a question when you're talking about a 39 year-old that has not had that much tournament play [Music] [Music] Bullseye does not hold back there and what we'll see is a binka trying to rule with these two Bazookas from the forehand and the backand don't expect too much defensive play from the veteran trying to keep points short if he's not in the [Music] offense just out there Stan's not happy with some noise yeah I did make it clear just check on the so check on the review if I did stop the p and then you can come back and see if he double yeah but you judgment is if you're looking at him you don't see me doing this I say stop double I did say stop don't don't just don't tell me what I didn't say okay I I never hear okay that's different if you don't hear it or if I don't say it okay because if you tell me no you didn't that's not your point you cannot tell me what I said or not I stop it clearly you will check on the review you guys need to be on the well he's still got the fire hasn't he the born competitor and he claims that he stopped the point after thinking that the ball bounced twice it was not before I don't think he's got a case I have to agree with you cousin 4 good recovery response that from Stan big booming serves from Stan brinka and if you cannot use it tell me tell me the rule discussions continue he leads the way tell me the rule if I cannot use it well I wonder if nacho thought it was going to be a nice quiet evening but it's not going to be for him let's check it out see his hand went up after his opponent hit the ball yeah it was too late question is did the ball bounce twice or not we haven't seen that yet but I thought it was pretty clear it didn't anyway he won the game he was certainly continuing the discussion with [Applause] nacho great choice observe against binka who can hurt you from either Wing 1 lovely serve down the T 4 [Applause] 15 so back on to level terms two games a piece two GES beluchi US Open [Music] [Applause] feisty character beluchi sure of himself good intensity good body language away that goes and these are the types of points that beluchi has to try and wrestle from Stan Brinker engage him in a longer rally and just wait for that error if it does come from Stan has done the first couple of points in this game little chance here love 30 [Applause] up and running in this game oh that's costly first double fault he's just simmering a bit isn't he is St after holding easily after that discussion I would have just put it to bed faces two break points instead out it goes good waight to shot there from vinka to hard to handle for blue chi4 [Applause] on [Music] by his great defense and great hustle from beluchi St rinka couldn't find that cute half FY at the end games and the early [Applause] break Stan the Man he wants to write a big story tonight 17th US Open for Stan Brink and it's the one that he's played at the least how many US opens for you Nico I played since 85 was my first one played four times in the Juniors till 88 and then played 89 through 97 I want to say with a maybe a year or two missing so five or six good amount and he've been back most years since oh yeah it's number year number 39 after I came here I don't want to talk such big on I rather lose count well so far so good for beluchi and his team watching on solid start from him that's better from Stan wears down the defenses this time it's a tough decision for B Brinker if he should go for it taking the risk or if he should try and maintain with [Applause] belucci this being a three out of five set match away that goes Big neet C taking it wide 154 and it is binka with the chance to find an immediate break [Applause] back couple of break points let for [Music] he's there he was everywhere Stan Strikes Back good moving by m Brink then he gets a second chance at closing it out with the B and this guy is from this big four generation take a great pride in a stat that was invented during their tenure which is the break back percentage just have to count stand in there but Murray jokovic Nadal made history with breaking back after dropping their serve rocket there has always struck such a a heavy ball stav a Rinker left for 13 15 [Music] [Music] just a little bit of a tame one that time on the the forehand side for [Applause] Stan big points coming up here Midway through this opening set both players just taking a little bit extra time 13 14 second double fault for Stan left second s it is away and beluchi hits the front again bit of a topsy to be set so far and the Italian leads the way 4-3 playing his first ever main draw match here in New York he's won a lot of matches on the hard courts over the last few weeks here in North America reached the the quarterfinals Atlanta made it through quales in Washington reached the second round there also in the the carry Challenger just before the the US Open qualies he reached the final lost out to Roman safuan but beat some good players along the [Music] way it's a good habit to get into winning [Music] he started the year 177 playing a Challenger in Thailand then did not qualify for the Australian Open played 5 6 7 9 10 12 straight Challengers until he came to Roland Goos he's been a busy man and got plenty of frequent flyer miles delicately done at Roland garos he was still 173 then his R king started climbing by qualifying for Wimbledon and as you mentioned Atlanta Washington played another Challenger before coming here talk about insistence yeah 4 [Music] TI well that is efficient serving from beluchi he's just stretching his Advantage here he's got the two game games to three first set just thinking about that third straight break we had in this set and beluchi approaching from almost the Baseline to the bringer back and just missed he doesn't miss many of those to this day [Applause] let second ser that's good depth on the whole it's just been consistent play from beluchi maybe just a little concern on the face of the vinka camp 30 [Applause] 15 4 T15 terrific kick serve out wide just forcing beluchi way off the court good start R st of rinka stays solid and he does ask the question taking on a player making his main draw debut and at the moment it is the the deput who is in the ascendency fully behind stand here thank you trying to add to the pressure 50 [Applause] love so Dirty Love that's terrific deaths from Stan catchy beluchi out this time not entirely sure it was a clean hit wasn't it it was off the frame actually brilliant how confident is that that drop shot has worked wonders for him the three times he's tried it in this set big reward for the Italian because vinka was coming with all that Firepower on the the backand side that we've seen Down The Years set points for the Italian that it goes and you can tell that a lot of this crowd long 15 [Applause] the Swiss Legend has a lot of support here and they want to make themselves heard he's barely played any hardcourt tennis this year it's Sinker his last match on the hard courts came in Indian Wales back at the the start of March lost out in the opening round to Thomas mahat since then mainly clay CTS and a little sprinkling of the grass on Wimbledon could be early problems here [Applause] oh just [Applause] away 3 on not by much at all look at that that is fine margins he so good that is Showtime from beluchi I you he show tremendous movement a lot of quickness good anticipation look how he leans into that ball sees that it's going in the corner immediately takes to the net good aggressive tennis from the Lefty and trying to par the pressure on early good move forward from St says to valuchi whatever you can do I can do [Applause] [Music] advantage vinka big hold from Stan Brinker just under some early pressure did well first game second set here on Stadium 17 fantastic corner of the grounds here beluchi enjoying himself so far [Music] no 15 love [Applause] [Applause] it's good pop on that from beluchi it's got to give you confidence not losing a set all through quales three matches in a row he's demonstrating tremendous Poise just eight errors in that first set against one of the games Legends like it or not be 39 you have to play you have to beat him and has been solid just got beaten in that first set Andi big striking really clean that from belucci one g on second course is taking on a guy who has won this trophy before Stan vinker looking back to to that run in 2016 quarterfinals got the better of delpo quan Martin del Potro in four sets then took on Kane and shikori in the semis four sets there as well and then a certain no back jovic four sets as well it's not easy to win these things is it [Applause] love [Applause] 3 good Pace from vinka 40 love well that is no messing from stab rinka wasting no time at all it's another service and he leads 21 the conclusion of the first round on day two of the US Open thank youa beluchi to serve up a set one two in the [Applause] second 50 love [Applause] he's using that surve well out wide to the vinka backhand effective ly there time just about coming up to 8:00 on this Tuesday evening 305 [Applause] got oh well controlled had a little frustration there from beluchi just oozing confidence trying the underhand serve now the forand slce switching it up on but Brinker when he's the one that's on top why why change and that serve again working effectively into the body takes away some of the great power of stabber brinko when he's able to open up the arms really swing for the fences as it is beluchi who's back onto level terms usopen.org your online home for Point BYO live scoring highlights real time stats and draws visit the official tournament site at usopen.org STS last five set match was against manarino earlier in the year at the Australian Open Lo lost that set six love left hasn't played past three sets and all of those that he did play three sets he lost so for all intents and purposes Stan cannot afford to drop this second set up it's rock and roll serving second Ace of this set Ace number six for the match 45 [Applause] it's good stuff from vinka just nudges in front in this second set and tries to keep there oh it's good hands isn't it from beluchi very neat and tidy there he's shown some dexterity the Lefty good movement look all the way to the doubles C to hit that forehand St makes him run getss there easily to create the angle had some good points in this one great rallies 3 just like the way beluchi is keeping things calm and composed I mean this is a massive situation for him playing at a first ever a main draw match here in New York against a former Champion a legend that he would have watched many many years but he's not overa by this situation too much there from FAA [Applause] with emphasis and a full stop there beluchi three games all second three games all as he continues to play with a real Swagger have some of that he says [Applause] [Music] no 15 it's another double faults and that is a bit tame from vinka and our alarm Bell's just slightly ringing here away it goes but that was big hitting from beluchi not backing down over that one there's [Music] big reaction there from Stan good to hear he needs all the help he can get well it does come through unscathed and sits down with the lead again [Applause] that's a big point in this second set big moments here Stan rink was just under a little bit of pressure in that previous game it came [Applause] through bouncing around at the back of the Court beluchi serving a 4-3 down he's got the first set in his pocket [Applause] he's doing very well behind first serve so far baluchi winning 90% of his first service points look that's L the spinner gave himself enough time to rush after it closed the angle 4 left quick game is a good game G the beluchi right now second set just love it no doubt in the attitude of the young 23y [Applause] old he is a cool customer thank you four games all [Music] [Music] so good great defense from beluchi but a Relentless stand with Rinker closes it up with a vintage hammering of the forehand this one first to set up the last one [Applause] thir 15 he's sneaking in these double faults all through the match for Stan up to five [Applause] well made that six that's just a bad Miss by the youngster grink has all the pressure now after Double Fon back to back [Applause] let f up [Music] oh he's L off the hook there St of rinka the Luchi will be just thinking that he's let him get away with that St was under the microscope he got a few cheerleaders they are backing Stan [Applause] enough 3 but this is excellent serving just to dampen down the spirits a little bit in the stance subdue the crowd from beluchi Ace number four tell you what this kid qualified and lost to TFO first round of Paris qualified and lost to Shelton first round of Wimbledon and looking to win his first major match here against the legend speak volumes about his character yeah beluchi terrific I mean that is such a big Time game from beluchi nerves what nerves five games second set another statement and a shout of Forza from the [Applause] Italian absolutely dialed [Applause] in thank you long 15 [Music] what a shot that is we've seen that backand down the years stand for Brinker still think it's an error by beluchi needs to get that return deep 13 15 [Applause] just a little bit awkward that height decent return it was dipping down low [Applause] quickly that's the [Applause] chance oh juice find that ball there it is onto juice we [Applause] go these double faults there are just proving problematic for Stan seven now [Music] [Applause] unforced errors piling up after the halfway point of this set for [Music] beluchi he knows the importance of this set right here big serve and it's enough for stab of Rinker to ensure he'll have at least to look at a break UPI take us there if he goes to a breaker I think he has the upper hand but first he has to hold here a stand taking the jog through the cheer of the crowd thank you he didn't give up Stam Rinker he thought about claiming the Racket and getting back in the picture well that would have been quite something the racket goes flying there can I get there not quite [Music] [Applause] Luchi has held a lot easier dber Brinker throughout the set but pressure an added element in this possible tiebreaker decision coming up for [Applause] it's very good serving B Luchi second set just thought he might feel the pressure of that situation but absolutely none of it and after 45 minutes of this second set it is a tie break we need he Z well they believe in him absolutely no doubt about that [Applause] one right oh very cooly done 2 1 big space open for B Brink after this cross cord forehand but just doesn't get it deep enough [Applause] [Applause] once again he's in the rally it's a bit of a G from [Music] [Applause] beluchi two points a piece 3 [Applause] 2 it's back to back forand arrows there from beluchi just putting him under a bit of [Applause] pressure St a Brinker breathing a little easier [Applause] [Music] well nothing to separate them Stadium 17 a hot ticket tonight [Applause] full of voice this beluchi [Music] [Applause] [Music] so big heavy strike from Stan well done with a second serve not deepen up from his opponent hammered inside out at a critical time at the pace in that ball [Applause] how white that goes with that usually so trusty [Applause] backand Five Points [Applause] all oh someone's moving to set points after this point help [Music] well it's well constructed it was Brave wasn't it from beluchi to play that drop shot just change up the rhythm of the rally six amazing depth by both players throughout that rally at a critical point good idea here better execution [Applause] beluchi has a set point here still they cheer [Applause] foran they got to respect the way beluchi is performing here [Music] [Music] [Music] could this be a very big night in the life of [Applause] mauchi the real guts and grit we've seen from beluchi so far he's had some sticky situations but he's continued to find a way through and right now this is a fun player to watch this young Italian who is adding his name to the strong contingent in the Italian ranks right now led of course by the the world number one right now Yanik sinner they are the Davis Cup champions they'll be tough to beat again and this is a No Nonsense game so far the Poise of beluchi having up to this point been a player that mainly competes in Challengers pting at the highest levels against a guy like binka who I'm sure he grew up watching win these tournament is just amazing good for him great swinging down the te that was vicious and pinka can't get near it three before Arash stadium was built Cas done 15 on oh we had a couple of bites at the Cherry [Applause] there 4 to 15 stand new world just settles into this third set St one he can turn this around you can really tell when the B points usually this type of player is usually the sharpest on the court especially against a guy that has very little experience in these situations all credit to the Luchi up to this point 15 he's played a doozy of a match can he put it away [Music] oh good serve that's served him well serve into the body 1 15 he stands at 5'9 but I got to say his serve has been very very impressive as his left arm is prodigious he's very fast very quick through the baller not really having too much luck on return there asuchi again with the minimum of fuss say I'll have that he leads 2-1 [Applause] time so is back with Stan that's such good defensive work from beluchi 15 he expects to make everything doesn't he even that fired right back at him that not too far away [Applause] out okay I think that's one I've never seen him hit and I've been watching him for 20 years look at the ending with the wrist snap up top look at that ring my bell H what a beauty make sure it's it goes down oh that is some response 14 f everybody defends so well nowadays work extra hard for each point [Applause] ju away that goes [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Applause] break point Focus look on the face locked in great serve to find yes [Applause] [Music] a well done stab of Rinker I think again just asking the question was that a double bounce I don't think it really matters stand right now great anticipation for binka coming up in this shot he wants that ball back you can't keep it in his stands [Applause] [Applause] big game this one [Applause] yes having a little chat with the fan in the front there I mean that is amazing moments for these Spectators who who just happened to be front row Stadium 17 those a Magic Moment moments did you see that left I think Stan was just asking where should I serve he's trying to have a bit of fun Advantage can he find another like that [Applause] Stan feels the pressure he understands where he is and trying to enjoy here and throw everything he can at beluchi but belucci right back at him most likely his last US Open [Music] Advantage he's made it I didn't hear a call look at that never old doubt [Music] he's just relaxed stav briu is trying to have a bit more fun with [Applause] everyone and could this just be a dangerous situation for Mattia beluchi oh there just another element that binka is throwing in there trying to see if the youngster will blink but has not shown any signs of it well usopen.org your online home for Point BYO live scoring highlights real time stats and draws do visit the official tournament site at usopen.org it's the place to be right now this is the place to be Stadium 17 [Applause] [Music] [Applause] 15 well I think this is w experience from Stan rinka just orchestrating conducting the crowd getting them involved getting them really to start going crazy tonight it's just maybe making it a bit more imposing for BCI now and that is Wayward from the Italian one of the first times we've said that [Applause] 153 [Applause] brilant back behind [Music] good deep return 14 from vrena [Applause] [Music] he's got a break point [Applause] here yes what a serve that is mrz requesting the replay of the call on the left Center service line what another look again I just think that's his experience he's just trying to slow things down stop beluchi getting too much momentum here there's little tricks in this game that looked a little [Applause] T great points again in this game and he's done that serve again amazing for 5'9 as You' been yeah well as a fellow 59 no wonder I'm championing beluchi right now with that sort of Sur well done cool Under Pressure not easy to execute well thought off crosscourt drop shot beluchi it's a big hold as belucci continues to just show how gut here on Tuesday evening 5 now been using that under Spain forehead quite a bit beluchi right effectively [Applause] 15 that's his first hardc match since Indian Wales Stan for Rinker it's been a while has been a close battle for two hours and counting now [Applause] [Applause] [Applause] for t [Music] [Music] yes [Applause] [Applause] well Kenny pounce here beluchi onto juice we go and he's been caught out there stuchi just couldn't quite get a sure connection on this it was sat up [Applause] invitingly well it is a big bre [Applause] on [Applause] 15 [Applause] [Applause] here big booming [Applause] serve he's got to keep his cool here beluchi what would have felt like a dream is rapidly becoming a reality can he just keep his composure 1 15 the answer really every step of the way has been yes this very impressive young Italian 4 [Applause] 15 br what hands he has some of the best we've ever seen especially off that Wing he picked it up beautifully stay down with it look that racket face go straight through the ball [Music] yes not too many of those today from beluchi first one is that the one yeah I was wondering m v oh he's found another one that is amazing just saw beluchi sneaking forward and says I don't think so playing very loose now [Applause] one more v b [Applause] well he is within touching distance now mauchi can Stan keep this Alive and [Applause] Kicking 5 already set farewell to three players that had great careers Dominique team Diego schwarzman Danielle Collins rishard gas played his last match here but he might be retiring in Paris or in Roland garos Bob said this was it who was calling it but brinka might be playing his last one forini might be playing his last one so I just skipped on through there onto the the frame of the the racket of [Applause] beluchi well he not done yet and the responsibility will fall to Matia beluchi well Matia beluchi only got broken once when he broke in the first set and St broke right back and that is it that's not been broken since let for set [Applause] oh that's so good kept on peppering that side just so impressive throughout the evening in moments of pressure has been very cool that match you will never forget still going to go grab it two points away 4 [Applause] love match points Matia baluchi thank [Applause] you seven Style and with a wide smile Under The Lights Matia beluchi with a night to remember his debut in the main draw of the US Open and he takes down a former champion in Stan Rinker straight set does the trick take it all in young man played over 15 Challengers trying to get inside the top 100 and with this win he achieves it another Italian in that prestigious group what a night for the 23y old a deserving win over