A Legacy Reclaimed: Ignacio Buse Ends 68-Year Family Wait at US Open

NEW YORK – In a poignant display of tennis heritage spanning nearly seven decades, Peruvian rising star Ignacio Buse secured his first-ever match victory at the US Open on Wednesday, echoing the professional triumphs of his late grandfather in a historic homecoming for the Buse family.

The 22-year-old, entering the tournament as the 32nd seed, survived a grueling five-set marathon against American opponent Marcos Giron. In a contest that stretched three hours and 48 minutes on Court Six, Buse displayed remarkable composure, ultimately clinching the victory with a definitive backhand volley to finish 3-6, 6-3, 6-3, 6-7(6), 6-1.

“It’s difficult to find the calm in those situations, but in the fifth set, I just tried to recover mentally,” Buse told Reuters following the match. “It’s a mental battle out there. I just stayed calm. It’s a very special moment.”

Closing the Circle of History

For the young Peruvian, the win represents more than just a progression in the bracket; it is a bridge to a bygone era of the sport. His grandfather, Eduardo Buse—a legendary figure in Peruvian athletics alongside his twin brother, Enrique—last tasted victory at the tournament in 1958.

The elder Buse’s final win came in the opening round against Edward Atkinson at the historic West Side Tennis Club in Forest Hills, where the event was then known as the US Championships and played on grass. While the sport has evolved significantly since the tournament’s transition to hard courts in 1978, the family’s name remains etched in local history, notably immortalized by the Estadio Hermanos Buse in Lima.

Though Ignacio never had the opportunity to meet his grandfather, the emotional weight of the victory was palpable as he celebrated with his team and supporters.

Momentum Heading Into Round Two

Ignacio Buse arrives in New York riding a significant wave of momentum, having secured a victory at the Winston-Salem Open just last week. This recent form, paired with his grit in Wednesday’s opening round, has positioned him as one of the tournament’s compelling storylines to watch.

As he prepares for his next challenge against Benjamin Bonzi, Buse finds himself carrying the torch of his family’s rich tennis tradition, proving that 68 years later, the Buse name is once again a force to be reckoned with at the US Open.