All Eight Seeds Advance at Rotterdam Open for First Time since 1984
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands – For the first time in 41 years, every seeded player in the Rotterdam Open has advanced to the second round. This unexpected feat marks a notable milestone for the ATP 500 tournament, as the top contenders have made a strong start in the early stages of the season.
The first round saw intense competition, with three of the eight seeded players – Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev, and Arthur Fils – requiring a decisive third set to secure their victories.
Alcaraz, the tournament’s top seed, overcame a tough challenge from Botic van de Zandschulp, the man who defeated him in last year’s US Open. Alcaraz triumphed in a three-set thriller, winning 7-6, 3-6, 6-1.
The other seeded victories included:
- [2] Daniil Medvedev defeated Stan Wawrinka
- [3] Alex de Minaur bested David Goffin
- [4] Andrey Rublev prevailed against Zhang Zhizhen
- [5] Holger Rune triumphed over Lorenzo Sonego
- [6] Stefanos tsitsipas conquered Harold Mayot
- [7] Arthur Fils outplayed Constant Lestienne
- [8] Hubert Hurkacz bested Flavio Cobolli
This rare occurrence of all eight seeds advancing to the next round in Rotterdam sets the stage for an exciting second round of matches.
Rotterdam Open: Can All 8 Seeds Reach Quarterfinals?
Rotterdam Open history is set to be made in 2025 with all eight seeds advancing to the second round, a first for the tournament.This extraordinary feat positions these top players for a potential historic run to the quarterfinals. Only eighth seed Hubert Hurkacz faces a challenge from a top-40 opponent in the second round, with his rivals seemingly primed to navigate their second-round matches.
Second Round Setups
| Seed | seed’s name | Second round opponent | Opponent’s ATP rank |
| 1 | Carlos Alcaraz | Andrea Vavassori | 317 |
| 2 | Daniil Medvedev | Mattia bellucci | 92 |
| 3 | Alex de Minaur | Jakub Mensik | 47 |
| 4 | Andrey Rublev | Fabian Marozsan | 57 |
| 5 | Holger Rune | Pedro Martinez | 44 |
| 6 | stefanos Tsitsipas | Tallon Griekspoor | 43 |
| 7 | Arthur Fils | Daniel Altmaier | 93 |
| 8 | Hubert Hurkacz | Jiri Lehecka | 24 |
The second round of the Rotterdam Open commences on Wednesday, February 5.
Echoes of 1984
This year’s top seeds mirrored the 1984 Rotterdam Open by reaching the second round.But what transpired during that tournament four decades ago?
- Ivan Lendl – Final
- Jimmy Connors – Final
- Kevin Curren – Quarterfinal
- Eliot Teltscher – Quarterfinal
- Johan Kriek – Second Round
- Gene mayer – Quarterfinal
- Tomas Smid – Second Round
- Anders Jarryd – Semifinal
1984 Rotterdam Open: Bomb Threat Ends Final Before Champion crowned
A dramatic bomb threat abruptly ended the 1984 Rotterdam Open final, leaving Ivan Lendl and Jimmy Connors without a champion. The match, which saw Lendl dominate early, was halted mid-second set after authorities received an anonymous threat.
Lendl, the tournament’s top seed, had captured the first set 6-0 and broke Connors’ serve early in the second.Though, the match was suspended when police evacuated the Ahoy Arena and conducted a thorough search following the bomb threat.Despite finding no explosive device, the match was ultimately abandoned, leaving the tournament without a definitive winner.
Neither Connors nor Lendl, both tennis legends, managed to win the Rotterdam Open title again. The unexpected interruption denied them a chance to add another prestigious trophy to their impressive collections.
Tennis Record Tied after First Round at Rotterdam Open
A remarkable tennis record set 41 years ago by legendary players Ivan Lendl and Jimmy Connors has been equaled. This historic feat occurred during the first round of the Rotterdam Open.
Here are two more PAA-related questions:
Rotterdam Open: Your Burning Questions Answered
With eight seeds advancing for the first time in Rotterdam history,naturally,questions are swirling. Let’s get to the heart of the matter:
- **Q: Wait, eight seeds advanced? Seriously? Has anything like this ever happened before?**
A: Yes! Back in 1984, all eight seeds reached round two, just like this year. Talk about history repeating itself! - **Q: Did someone actually win that 1984 Rotterdam Open? Didn’t a bomb threat end things? **
A: It’s true! Ivan Lendl was leading jimmy Connors, but a bomb threat forced a suspension, leaving no official champion. Talk about dramatic! - **Q: So,who looks good to maybe reach the quarterfinals? **
A: Seems like everyone except maybe Hubert Hurkacz faces relatively easy second-round matches. Keep your eye on these guys!
With this incredible display of tennis,Rotterdam Open history is in the making. Don’t miss a moment!
