# Rinderknech advances as Cerundolo retires in Paris Masters

> Rinderknech edges Cerundolo before Argentine retires in Paris Masters 2026.
- Title: Rinderknech advances as Cerundolo retires in Paris Masters
- Summary: Rinderknech edges Cerundolo before Argentine retires in Paris Masters 2026. Arthur Rinderknech defeated Francisco Cerundolo 3-6, 7-6 (2), 2-0 in the first…
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- Source: Tennis Majors — https://tennismajors.com/atp/rolex-paris-masters-1000-atp/rinderknech-pulls-back-from-the-brink-before-cerundolo-retires-in-paris-865243.html
- Published: 2026-11-03T11:55:06+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: arthur rinderknech, francisco cerundolo, rolex paris masters, 2026, tennis, first round, retirement, sports
## Rinderknech breaks Cerundolo's serve
Rinderknech broke Cerundolo's serve for the match before the Argentine retired 3-6, 7-6 (2), 2-0.
## Cerundolo retires due to back issues
Cerundolo retired after medical time-out due to back problems 3-6, 7-6 (2), 2-0.
## Rinderknech's first win since US Open
Rinderknech won his first match since reaching the US Open third round.
## Next opponent: Mattia Bellucci
Rinderknech faces Italian qualifier Mattia Bellucci in second round.
## Cerundolo's retirement pattern
Cerundolo is third seed to retire after Flavio Cobolli and Alejandro Davidovich Fokina withdrew.
## Rinderknech's previous match history
Rinderknech beat Cerundolo twice in tour-level matches including 2023 United Cup.
## Key takeaway

Arthur Rinderknech defeated Francisco Cerundolo 3-6, 7-6 (2), 2-0 in the first round of the 2026 Rolex Paris Masters after Cerundolo retired due to back issues.