May 21, 2022
Norrie wins first ATP title on clay in Lyon
Cameron Norrie of Britain won his second ATP title of the year when he beat Alex Molcan of Slovakia 6-3, 6-7 (3), 6-1 in the Lyon Open final on Saturday.
The Canadian Press
LYON, France (AP) — Cameron Norrie of Britain won his second ATP title of the year when he beat Alex Molcan of Slovakia 6-3, 6-7 (3), 6-1 in the Lyon Open final on Saturday.
Norrie missed two match points on Molcan's serve in the second set, but took his third chance to end the final after 2 1/2 hours.
"It is my first title on the clay so it means a lot to me,” No. 11-ranked Norrie said.
His fourth career ATP singles title followed Delray Beach in February.
Molcan, ranked No. 47, was going for his first title.
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