During the match, Tsitsipas played well, hitting 19 winners with minimal unforced errors and demonstrating impressive skills at the net. Despite a solid effort, Borges could not match Tsitsipas's pace, landing only 11 winners and committing 20 unforced errors. Tsitsipas broke Borges's serve three times in the match while never facing a break point on his serve.
Tsitsipas quickly took control of the scoreboard in the first set, earning a break chance in the second game, which he converted with a forehand crosscourt winner. He continued to dominate the set, winning it 6-3 in 35 minutes. Borges managed to take the first game in the second set, but Tsitsipas responded immediately by winning the next game with a powerful forehand. Tsitsipas broke Borges's serve again in the fifth game, thanks to an incredible rally and a forehand down-the-line winner. After holding serve in game six, Tsitsipas broke Borges's serve again in game eight to secure a place in the third round.
Overall, it was a convincing performance from Tsitsipas, who will look to continue his excellent form in the upcoming matches.
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