Fritz fights past Munar, reaches round of 16 at Indian Wells for the second straight year
Southern Caifornia native Taylor Fritz is feeling right at home.
The 24-year-old American standout is advancing at this year's BNP Paribas Open after a gutsy performance over Jaume Munar on Tuesday inside Stadium 2.
Taylor Fritz moves on 6-4 2-6 7-6(2) huge ace on match point 💪🏼 🇺🇸 local ties! Fritz heatin up 🔥 #TennisParadise @KESQ pic.twitter.com/oSDdgH2TO6
— Bailey Arredondo (@BaileyKESQ) March 15, 2022
With the victory, Fritz is now onto the Round of 16 for the 2nd straight year at Indian Wells, a place that is certainly special to him and his family.
This is what it means to @Taylor_Fritz97 😤#IndianWells pic.twitter.com/tmXEjooayf
— BNP Paribas Open (@BNPPARIBASOPEN) March 15, 2022
Fritz is hoping to continue his high level play and break through to win the 2022 BNP Paribas Open after reaching the men's singles semifinal in 2021.
Found this fascinating from Fritz. Interesting perspective following his win earlier today on how the desert conditions impact play. @atptour @BNPPARIBASOPEN @IndianWellsCA @KESQ @BaileyKESQ @Taylor_Fritz97 pic.twitter.com/PAubbBIuq3
— Blake Arthur (@BlakeArthur24) March 16, 2022
A few months ago, News Channel 3's Bailey Arredondo highlighted Fritz's connection to the Coachella Valley. The top-ranked American player has been coming to the Coachella Valley to pursue his tennis dream.
Learn more about Fritz and his connection to the Coachella Valley below:
