Alexei Popyrin advances to second round at National Bank Open in Montreal

Australian Alexei Popyrin, the 2024 champion, began his National Bank Open campaign in Montreal with a first-round victory over Roman Andres Burruchaga, rallying from a set down to win 4-6, 7-5, 6-3. This win marks an upswing for Popyrin at the ATP Masters 1000 tournament.