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Teen Sensation Dedura-Palomero Makes ATP History Amid Injuries

4/16/2025

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In a clay-court season overshadowed by injuries and withdrawals, players from both ATP and WTA circuits are feeling the strain of a grueling schedule. Amidst the turmoil, 17-year-old Diego Dedura-Palomero made headlines by becoming the first player born in 2008 to secure an ATP match victory, triumphing over Denis Shapovalov, who was forced to retire due to injury.

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In a clay-court season overshadowed by injuries and withdrawals, players from both ATP and WTA circuits are feeling the strain of a grueling schedule. Amidst the turmoil, 17-year-old Diego Dedura-Palomero made headlines by becoming the first player born in 2008 to secure an ATP match victory, triumphing over Denis Shapovalov, who was forced to retire due to injury.