Daniel Galán, racket one from Colombia today.
Photo: EFE – Lukas Coch
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Colombian tennis player Daniel Galán took a firm step towards the main picture of the US Open, the fourth and last Grand Slam of the season, defeating the American Patrick Maloney in the second round of the qualifying phase.
The match was played on court 17 of the Billie Jean King complex, in New York, where Galán, currently in 134th position of the individual ranking of the ATP, started as the clear favorite against Maloney, who is in position 324.
The 29-year-old Bumangués showed his superiority when imposed in two sets with partial 6-4 and 6-2. Despite having committed more fouls than his opponent, Galán demonstrated great resilience in crucial moments and knew how to take advantage of his break opportunities.
Now, the Colombian prepares for the final challenge, where he will face the Japanese Shintaro Mochizuki (112º). To achieve victory, Galán will ensure his third participation in the main picture of the US Open and his fifteenth Grand Slam in general.
In the first round of the New York contest, the presence of also Colombian Camila Osorio (57 °) is already confirmed. Osorio will have as rival the Neo Zealand Lulu Sun (102 °). The appointment will be next Sunday at a time to be defined.
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