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Zverev Wins Opener as Acapulco Tournament Proceeds Under Tight Security in Mexico

Organisers press on under reinforced security following nationwide unrest linked to the army’s killing of cartel boss “El Mencho”.

Overview

  • Alexander Zverev defeated Corentin Moutet 6-2, 6-4 in the first round and will face Miomir Kecmanovic in the last 16, according to AFP.
  • Tournament officials say play continues with established security protocols and constant coordination with federal, state and municipal authorities.
  • The parallel WTA event in Mérida is also planned to go ahead, countering earlier rumors of cancellation.
  • Unrest erupted across many Mexican states after the army reported killing Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes, with reports of arson, roadblocks and at least 74 deaths.
  • Germany’s Foreign Office issued an urgent travel warning for Guerrero, and commentator Brett Haber said he left Mexico and urged ATP and WTA to evacuate players, suggesting relocation to Indian Wells.