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Machac defeats Tien in Rome

0-2

Learner Tien fell to Tomas Machac in straight sets, 0-2, in the first round of the Rome Masters on clay. The American was unable to find his footing against the Czech, who advanced through the opening round with a commanding performance. The result extends Machac's strong recent form on the surface heading deeper into the Italian capital's draw.

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Why this one matters

A loss in a 1/32 finals match at Rome on clay courts still belongs in the profile because it maps the edges of the current version: which stages stretch the game, where matchups ask different questions, and what has to sharpen before the next run.

  • Straight-sets loss to Machac in R32
  • Seeded player Tien exits Rome early

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