At the Chile Open, known for closing the South American clay court tour, Argentine tennis players Francisco Cerúndolo and Sebastián Báez made a strong start, both advancing to the quarter-finals after their respective victories. The tournament, which features a prize pool of $700,000, saw a turnaround in fortunes for the Argentine contingent following a challenging Wednesday where three players faced defeats.

Cerúndolo, who is the top seed in this ATP 250 event, showcased his skills against Danish player Elmer Moller, winning decisively with a score of 6-2, 6-2. His performance was marked by a powerful serve, winning 89% of his first serve points and not conceding any break points, effectively demonstrating why he is the tournament's favorite. His victory sets him up for a continued strong run in Santiago as he aims for further success in the competition.

Meanwhile, Sebastián Báez also made headlines with his win against Chile's Cristian Garín, securing a path to face another local player next in the tournament. Both players’ advances highlight the competitiveness of the tournament and offer prospects for Argentine representation in the final stages, as they seek to capitalize on their early successes and build momentum going into the latter rounds of this prestigious event.