mareasdf def. HSM09 — Tokyo, Round of 32 (2026-10-05; 7-6,6-7,6-3)
## Post-match interview transcript
Discord thread: 🎤 Post-Match Interview: mareasdf
WTSL: What was the key moment in the match for you?
mareasdf: I'd say there was none; it was insanely close the entire match
WTSL: No worries, take your time. How did you regroup to win the third set 6/3?
mareasdf: I changed the return, and this time it paid off
WTSL: No worries — take your time. Did getting the early break in the third set change the momentum?
mareasdf: I took my time sir
WTSL: You're quiet — all good?
mareasdf: should I yell at you kind sir
WTSL: The thread called you 'the best returners on tour' — did your returns win you the match?
mareasdf: I lied, I am horrible at it but shhhhh
WTSL: You split the first two tiebreaks — what was different between them?
mareasdf: it was pretty much the same, I'd say. I was just luckier at the end
WTSL: All good — congrats on the win today. Enjoy the rest, catch you next round! 🏆