Alejandra tabilo

Pepperstone ATP Live Rankings: Chilean qualifier Alejandro Tabilo clinched his maiden tour-level title on Saturday at the ASB Classic in Auckland.

Facing off against Taro Daniel in the ATP 250 final, Tabilo secured a gritty 6-2, 7-5 victory, marking a significant milestone in his tennis career.

Tabilo's exceptional performance saw him hit 37 winners, including 10 aces, as he stormed through the opening set and held off Daniel's charge in a tense second set. Overwhelmed with emotion, the 26-year-old lefty expressed, "It honestly feels surreal right now. I'm so happy, very emotional. I honestly never thought we were going to be here in the final."