Stefanos Tsitsipas, the Greek tennis star, saw his run at the ATP 500 tournament in Rotterdam come to an end in the Round of 16 after a defeat to Dutch player Botic van de Zandschulp, ranked 65th in the world. The match concluded with a score of 6-4, 7-6 in favor of van de Zandschulp, denying Tsitsipas a place in the quarter-finals. During the first set, Tsitsipas initially broke the Dutch player's serve but was quickly countered by a break that saw van de Zandschulp take control as the set progressed.

Throughout the first set, both players managed to keep their serves until the Dutch player pulled ahead with a crucial break at 5-4, allowing him to close out the first set. As the second set unfolded, quality tennis continued with both players holding serve until the 4-4 mark. Tsitsipas faced pressure in the ninth game but managed to fend off two break points, keeping the match competitive despite the growing struggle to break his opponent's serve.

The match ultimately showcased the competitive nature of both athletes, but van de Zandschulp executed his strategy more effectively, leading to his victory. Tsitsipas' exit will impact his rankings and momentum as he continues in the early part of the tennis season, adjusting his approach for upcoming tournaments.