Giron Upsets Evans In San Diego, Reaches First ATP Final

Marcos Giron reached his first ATP Tour in style on Saturday. 

The American upset top seed Daniel Evans 6-3, 7-5 in one hour and 46 minutes to reach the championship match at the San Diego Open. The third seed will face fifth seed Brandon Nakashima or Australian Christopher O'Connell for the trophy.

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Giron, who underwent right hip surgery in 2015 and left hip surgery in 2016, is now one victory from tour-level glory. The 29-year-old saved all three break points he faced against Evans to earn the opportunity.

In a battle between two players who enjoy long points at the back of the court, Giron was the more aggressive competitor. He also hit 11 aces and won 80 per cent of his first-serve points, while showing a willingness to finish rallies at the net.

Did You Know?
If Giron wins the title Sunday, he will climb to a career-high No. 44 in the Pepperstone ATP Rankings on Monday. He is up to No. 51 in the Pepperstone ATP Live Rankings.