Cameron Norrie Advances to Round of 16 in Rotterdam
London, 11 February 2026 – British number one Cameron Norrie has secured his place in the second round of the ABN AMRO Open in Rotterdam following a commanding performance against Roberto Bautista Agut. The 30-year-old, currently ranked 26th in the world, continues his busy start to the 2026 season after recently representing Great Britain in the Davis Cup qualifiers.
Victory Over Bautista Agut
Norrie opened his campaign at the ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament with a straight-sets victory over Spain’s Roberto Bautista Agut. After a tightly contested opening set that required a tie-break, Norrie accelerated in the second to finish the match 7-6(3), 6-1. Statistical analysis of the encounter showed Norrie’s resilience on serve, saving seven break points and winning 78% of points behind his first delivery.
The win improves Norrie’s head-to-head record against Bautista Agut to 5-1 and sets up a Round of 16 clash against Australian Christopher O’Connell, scheduled for today, 11 February 2026. Predictive models currently favour the Briton with a 71% chance of advancing to the quarter-finals.
Davis Cup Success in Norway
Prior to arriving in the Netherlands, Norrie was instrumental in Great Britain’s success during the Davis Cup Qualifiers held in Oslo. Competing against Norway, Norrie secured a vital singles victory alongside teammate Jack Draper, who returned from a long-term arm injury. The combined efforts of the British duo ensured Great Britain’s progression in the tournament, defeating a Norwegian side that included Nicolai Budkov Kjaer and Viktor Durasovic.
Player Profile and Key Facts
Born in Johannesburg and raised in New Zealand before switching allegiance to Great Britain, Norrie has established himself as a mainstay in the ATP top 30. Known for his physical fitness and unique left-handed backhand, he reached a career-high ranking of world number 8 in 2022.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Current ATP Ranking | 26 |
| Career High Ranking | 8 (Achieved September 2022) |
| Date of Birth | 23 August 1995 |
| Plays | Left-handed (Two-handed backhand) |
| Pro Turn | 2017 |
| Career Titles | 5 (Including 1 ATP Masters 1000) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Cameron Norrie playing next?
Cameron Norrie is scheduled to play Christopher O’Connell in the Round of 16 at the ABN AMRO Open in Rotterdam on 11 February 2026.
How did Norrie perform at the 2026 Australian Open?
Norrie was the last British player standing in the singles draw at the 2026 Australian Open, reaching the third round before being eliminated.
What is Norrie’s recent form in the Davis Cup?
Norrie recently helped Great Britain defeat Norway in the Davis Cup Qualifiers in early February 2026, winning his singles rubber to help secure the tie for his country.