Andre Martin defeated Christopher O'Connell 3-6, 6-4, 6-2 at the Washington tournament, capitalising on a dominant serving display. Martin hit 78% of first serves and did not commit a double fault, while O'Connell struggled with six double faults and a 47% first-serve rate. Martin converted four of his 12 break opportunities, compared to O'Connell's single break from five chances.
Martin broke early in the first set at 0-2 and held to take it 6-3. O'Connell responded in the second set, breaking at 2-0, but Martin levelled with a break at 5-4; O'Connell broke back immediately at 6-4 to force a decider. Martin dominated the third set, breaking in the opening game and again at 1-4, closing out the match 6-2.
Martin's serving efficiency proved decisive: he saved 80% of break points (4/5) while O'Connell saved 66% (8/12) despite facing more pressure. O'Connell's six aces were offset by his double faults and poor first-serve percentage, handing Martin the edge in the decisive moments.