Leandro Riedi’s remarkable run at the 2025 US Open came to an end in the round of 16, where he faced a formidable opponent in eighth-seeded Australian Alex de Minaur. Despite a valiant effort, Riedi, who had battled through qualifying and earlier rounds with impressive resilience, was defeated in straight sets 6-3, 6-2, 6-1 in a match that lasted just 93 minutes. De Minaur’s consistency and strategic returning proved too much for the Swiss qualifier, who struggled with unforced errors and tactical decisions, ultimately concluding his historic campaign with a double fault.

However, Riedi’s US Open experience was overshadowed by a disturbing incident during his second-round victory over Francisco Cerundolo, which highlighted the growing tension between athletes and the influence of sports b

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