Georgian top seed Nikoloz Basilashvili lost to Jeremy Chardy 2:6, 1:6 in 1/8 final of Irving Challenger.

Basilashvili made a lot of mistakes. The Georgian made 4 double faults. The world No.55 seed served 1 ace and No.80 seed – 8 aces.

Miami Masters is the next tournament for Basilashvili. He will start participation from the qualifying draw.