This means that Sinner has to deal with Frenchman Benjamin Bonzi in round three. Former top 20 player Nick Kyrgios is also in the third round of the Masters in Indian Wells.
The Australian, who has meanwhile slipped to position 132 in the world rankings, clearly beat Federico Delbonis from Argentina 6:2, 6:2.
With Casper Ruud (Norway/No. 8), a much heavier opponent is now waiting for Kyrgios in the next duel.
Nadal turns 2: 5 in the third set and prevents bankruptcy at the start
