Monaco too strong for Devilder

Originally published on: 26/02/10 12:16

Monaco, who reached the final last year, will next face Potito Starace, who overcame Marcos Daniel 6-4 6-4.

Juan Ignacio Chela enjoyed a winning return following a long lay-off with a back problem as he defeated Pablo Andujar 6-0 3-6 6-1.

Meanwhile, Paul Capdeville defeated sixth seed Eduardo Schwank 6-3 6-4, and Martin Vassallo Arguello beat eighth seed Oscar Hernandez 6-3 7-6 (7/1).

Daniel Gimeno-Traver also progressed to the second round after his opponent Alberto Martin retired with cramp.

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By Tim Farthing

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