Argentina’s Sebastián Báez opened his Generali Open Kitzbühel (ATP 250) campaign with a 6–3, 3–6, 6–4 victory over Serbia’s Miomir Kecmanović in the Round of 32 on 20 July 2026. Playing on Centre Court, the Argentine recovered after dropping the second set, producing a composed performance in the decider to earn a place in the Round of 16.
Báez made a confident start, dictating play from the baseline and using his consistency on clay to control the opening exchanges. A timely service break helped him claim the first set 6–3, putting the Argentine in a strong position.
Kecmanović responded well in the second set, raising his level with aggressive returning and solid serving. The Serbian took advantage of several key opportunities to level the contest 6–3, forcing the match into a deciding third set.
The final set was closely contested, with both players producing high-quality rallies and holding serve through much of the battle. Báez eventually found the decisive breakthrough late in the set and held his nerve to close out a 6–4 victory, completing a hard-fought win and moving into the next round.
Standout Performances
- Sebastián Báez (Argentina): Defeated Miomir Kecmanović 6–3, 3–6, 6–4.
- Miomir Kecmanović (Serbia): Recovered to win the second set and force a decider.
- Round: Round of 32.
- Result: Báez advanced to the Round of 16.
Báez’s composure in the deciding set proved to be the difference. After Kecmanović leveled the match, the Argentine regained control in the closing stages and converted the decisive opportunity to secure victory.
Match Statistics
- Tournament: Generali Open Kitzbühel (ATP 250)
- Round: Round of 32
- Date: 20 July 2026
- Venue: Centre Court, Kitzbühel, Austria
- Winner: Sebastián Báez (Argentina)
- Runner-up: Miomir Kecmanović (Serbia)
- Final Score: 6–3, 3–6, 6–4
- Result: Sebastián Báez advanced to the Round of 16.