The Indo-Argentine tennis pair of N Sriram Balaji and Guido Andreozzi faced disappointment in their opening match at the Moselle Open, exiting the tournament after a closely contested first-round battle.

The duo began strong, securing the first set in a tie-break, but they were unable to maintain their momentum. They ultimately lost to the Dutch team of Matwe Middlekoop and Jean-Julien Rojer, with a final score of 7-6, 2-6, 7-10.

Balaji and Andreozzi showcased their powerful first serve to clinch the opening set; however, their opponents responded effectively in the second set, leveling the match. The decisive super tie-break saw the Dutch pair pull ahead, sealing their victory and advancing in the tournament.

This early exit marks a challenging start for Balaji and Andreozzi at the Moselle Open, as they look to regroup and find their form in future competitions.