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Hugo Calderano Defeats Félix Lebrun for Second Straight WTT Star Contender Ljubljana Title

Calderano’s victory cemented his No. 3 WTT ranking following back-to-back singles crowns in Slovenia

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Overview

  • Hugo Calderano overcame Félix Lebrun 4-2 (12-10, 15-13, 11-13, 8-11, 11-9, 11-6) in Sunday’s final to secure his second consecutive WTT Star Contender Ljubljana singles title.
  • Félix Lebrun, world No. 7, reached the final by defeating Darko Jorgic in four sets (11-8, 3-11, 11-5, 11-6) but fell short against Calderano for the second year running.
  • Alexis Lebrun rallied from two sets up in a dramatic semifinal but ultimately lost 3-2 to Calderano earlier on Sunday, ending his bid for a first singles final.
  • The Lebrun brothers added a doubles silver after falling in straight sets to South Korea’s Lin and Am in Saturday’s final.
  • Calderano’s win reinforced his third-place WTT ranking and underscored his dominance at the Ljubljana event with back-to-back titles.