Gabe Tardio’s Thrilling Comeback: Gabe Tardio advanced to the men’s singles quarterfinals at the Veolia North Carolina Open with a hard-fought 11-2, 1-11, 12-10 win over No. 3 seed Connor Garnett at Cary Tennis Park. After falling behind in the final game, Tardio rallied to secure the victory.
Tardio Stages Comeback in Decisive Game
Tardio dominated the opening game, winning 11-2, before Garnett responded with an overwhelming 11-1 victory in the second. In the deciding game, Garnett built a 5-2 lead, but Tardio fought back, earning match point at 10-8. A few points later, he closed out the win and booked his spot in the next round.
Lohani Awaits in Quarterfinals
With this victory, Tardio moves on to the quarterfinals, where he will face No. 20 seed Aanik Lohani. The match will determine who earns a spot in the tournament’s semifinals.
Significance of the Win
Tardio’s comeback shows his resilience and ability to perform under pressure. His next match against Lohani will be another test as he looks to continue his deep run in the tournament.
News in Brief: Gabe Tardio’s Thrilling Comeback
Gabe Tardio defeated No. 3 seed Connor Garnett 11-2, 1-11, 12-10 to reach the quarterfinals of the Veolia North Carolina Open. Tardio fought back from a 5-2 deficit in the final game. He will now face No. 20 seed Aanik Lohani for a spot in the semifinals.
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