Félix Auger-Aliassime advanced to the second round of Roland-Garros after surviving a first-round marathon against Altmaier, rallying from 1-4 down in the fifth set and winning in a fifth-set tiebreak. The match was the last first-round contest completed at the tournament.
Auger-Aliassime faces Burruchaga next
Auger-Aliassime will meet Roman Andres Burruchaga of Argentina in the second round on May 28. The two players have not faced each other since 2022, according to Tennis Majors.
What's next on the tour
The Canadian's run at Roland-Garros continues as the tournament progresses through its main draw. His performance follows recent setbacks in Rome and Madrid, where he was eliminated earlier in those events.