Moutet, Lucky Loser, Advances to Quarterfinals of Washington Tournament

Corentin Moutet is making the most of his lucky loser status at the ATP 500 in Washington.

The Frenchman, who was added to the draw after Holger Rune withdrew, first swept past Alexandre Müller in the second round (6-0, 6-1) before facing Daniel Evans, the 2023 champion, on Thursday.

Far more composed than the Brit, Moutet secured a 6-2, 7-6 victory, firing 27 winners to 24 unforced errors and converting four of seven break points.

Now through to the quarterfinals of the event for the first time in his career, he will face Daniil Medvedev. This will mark their first hard-court meeting.