A snap shot of Tennis player Diego Dedura reacts after winning the match against Denis Shapovalov. Photo couresy of Tennis Tv X account.
Born on March 12, 2008, Dedura-Palomero is ranked 549th in the world.
Added to the main draw as a lucky loser after the withdrawal of French veteran Gael Monfils, the 17-year-old was leading 7-6 (7/2), 3-0 up when his opponent retired hurt.
"I can't believe it and can't put it into words. I'm so happy," Dedura-Palomero said on court after the match.
"I told myself: Just have fun, enjoy the atmosphere. This is crazy. I want to thank my mum, who's watching at home, and my brother."
Dedura-Palomero's elation was in stark contrast to the emotions of last year's winner Jan-Lennard Struff, who was thumped 6-0, 6-2 by Argentinian Francisco Cerundolo earlier on Tuesday.
"The confidence isn't there, zero," Struff said, adding: "As soon as I get out on the court I feel like the power has been cut."
On Monday, number one seed and 2025 Australian Open finalist Alexander Zverev won to set up a last-16 clash against fellow German Daniel Altmaier on Wednesday.
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