It had been 6 years since they last faced each other on the circuit, but Kei Nishikori did not miss the chance to further increase his lead in the particular H2H against Marin Cilic. The Croatian had just claimed his first ATP title after three years of drought, but he could not complete the comeback against the local idol in the first round of the ATP Tokyo. Fans enjoyed a true 'vintage' duel between two great icons of this sport, a battle that did not disappoint and ended with the Japanese victory in three sets by 6-4 3-6 6-3. Outstanding response from Nishikori, thus extending his lead to 10 wins to 6 against the player who defeated him in the final of the US Open 10 years ago.
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