Halle Open (ATP 500)

Alexander Bublik secured his second Halle Open title with a 6–3, 7–6(4) win over Daniil Medvedev, marking his fifth ATP singles title and his first victory over Medvedev after six previous defeats. The Kazakhstani player showcased a confident, aggressive game to deny Medvedev another trophy in what has become a challenging run of six straight losses in tour-level finals for the Russian.

In the semifinals, Medvedev edged past Alexander Zverev in a marathon three-set battle, 7–6(3), 6–7(1), 6–4, demonstrating his resilience and consistency on grass—despite ultimately falling short in the final.

Berlin Open (WTA 500)

Markéta Vondroušová defeated Wang Xinyu 7–6(10), 4–6, 6–2 to lift her first WTA title since winning Wimbledon in 2023. The match was a test of mental and physical endurance, with Vondroušová saving six set points in the opening set and rebounding from an ankle slip to dominate the third set.

Ranked 49th and entering the tournament through qualifying, Wang reached her first WTA singles final in stunning fashion. Her run included wins over top-ranked players including Daria Kasatkina, Coco Gauff (World No. 2), Paula Badosa, and Liudmila Samsonova. Her aggressive baseline play and mental composure were standout features of her week in Berlin.

Other Tennis Highlights

The MN Festival Open made a strong return at Hawthorn Park in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, drawing a passionate local crowd. Meanwhile, the USTA Serve Tennis circuit continued with a Level 6 tournament at the Ben Geren Tennis Center in Fort Smith, Arkansas, offering valuable matchplay for emerging players and showcasing the depth of competition across levels.