Popyrin win qualifying and meet João Sousa

After a battle of two hours Alexei Popyrin defeated Simone Bolelli 2-6 6-3 6-4 on the way to Main Draw Millennium Estoril Open.

After a battle of two hours Alexei Popyrin defeated Simone Bolelli 2-6 6-3 6-4 on the way to Main Draw Millennium Estoril Open.

The day before, seeded 4 was responsible to sent off one of the portuguese hopes Gastao Elias in straight sets, but today was more difficult to him. Popyrin was pushed for a third set front to Bolelli (162º) but prevailed 2-6 6-3 6-4.

The 19 years old Australian will face in the first round the reigning champion the portuguese João Sousa.