Félix Auger‑Aliassime Wins Marathon Five‑Set Battle at Roland‑Garros

Félix Auger‑Aliassime survived a four‑hour marathon at Roland‑Garros on Tuesday 26 May. The Canadian fourth seed defeated Germany’s Daniel Altmaier in five sets. The win advances him to the second round.

The encounter lasted 4 h 16 min. It was described as a marathon match.

Auger‑Aliassime lost the opening set 4‑6. He claimed the second set 6‑4. Altmaier captured the third set 6‑4.

Auger‑Aliassime rebounded with a 6‑1 fourth‑set victory. He secured the decisive fifth set 7‑6, winning the tiebreak.

In the second round, Auger‑Aliassime will face Argentine Roman Andres Burruchaga. The upcoming clash will also be held at Roland‑Garros.

The victory keeps the fourth seed alive in the French Open draw. Auger‑Aliassime now aims to continue his campaign.