Ammar Elamin’s impressive debut at the ATP Challenger 75 Dublin came to an end today as he fell to experienced Australian Thanasi Kokkinakis 6-2, 6-1 in the second round of qualifying.
While the result was one-sided, Elamin can leave Elm Park with his head held high. His victory over eighth seed Andy Andrade yesterday marked a significant milestone in his career, and the experience of competing at Challenger level on home soil is one he will carry forward.
For Kokkinakis, it was a statement performance from a player who knows what it takes at the highest level, and he will be one to watch as the tournament progresses.
