Auger-Aliassime Wins Brussels ATP 250 Title, Credits Wife for Good Luck
Felix Auger-Aliassime wins his eighth ATP title in Brussels, beating Jiri Lehecka 7-6, 6-7, 6-2. The Canadian credits his new wife for his good luck.
“It’s my first tournament as a married man, and I’m leaving with the trophy - I guess I have to give a bit of credit to my wife for this win...”
Felix Auger-Aliassime expressed gratitude to his new bride after securing a thrilling 7-6 (7/2), 6-7 (8/6), 6-2 win over Jiri Lehecka in the Brussels ATP 250 final on Sunday. This victory marked his eighth ATP title and third of the season, following his wins in Montpellier and Adelaide.
The match was closely contested, with neither player conceding a break in the first two sets. However, Lehecka's determination was evident as he saved two match points in the deciding game of the second set. Ultimately, Auger-Aliassime's prowess prevailed, breaking Lehecka twice in the final set to seal the win.
“It’s my first tournament as a married man, and I’m leaving with the trophy - I guess I have to give a bit of credit to my wife for this win,” he said after marrying a month ago.
Felix Auger-Aliassime shouts out his wife Nina after winning his first title as a married man 🥰 #BNPPFEuropeanOpen pic.twitter.com/8dBuEjY41J
— Tennis Channel (@TennisChannel) October 19, 2025
Felix Auger-Aliassime has seamlessly transitioned from married life to professional tennis, getting back to his game after a lovely wedding in Morocco. Two weeks ago, he made a remarkable quarterfinal appearance at the US Open. Now, he's gearing up for the ATP 500 tournament in Basel as he chases his goal of finishing in the top 8 at the year-end Masters.
Auger-Aliassime is currently ranked ninth in the world, just 340 points behind Lorenzo Musetti, who occupies the eighth qualifying spot for the ATP Finals. With his sights set on Turin, Auger-Aliassime is determined to push himself to the limit and secure his place among the top players. His recent win in Brussels has undoubtedly given him the momentum he needs to tackle the challenges ahead.
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