American Zachary Svajda, currently ranked 229th in the world, has captured a significant victory on the grass courts, overcoming France`s Adrian Mannarino in the final of the ATP Challenger event in Newport. Svajda, demonstrating strong form throughout the week, defeated the 123rd-ranked Mannarino in straight sets, 7-5, 6-3.
The final match lasted 1 hour and 28 minutes, during which Svajda managed to extend his perfect head-to-head record against Mannarino to 2-0. The key statistics from the match highlight Svajda`s effective performance. He served 5 aces compared to Mannarino`s single ace and was more successful in breaking serve, converting 4 break points while Mannarino managed 2. Overall, Svajda secured a total of 70 points in the match, against Mannarino`s 50, illustrating his consistent advantage.
This title marks the first ATP Challenger victory of the season for Svajda and the fifth of his career. The win provides a valuable boost to his ranking, earning him 125 ranking points, in addition to a prize fund of $28,400. Mannarino, who entered the final as the higher-ranked and presumably more experienced player on this stage, receives 64 ranking points and $16,700 for his runner-up finish.
Svajda`s performance in Newport is a strong statement as the grass court season progresses, showing his capability to challenge and defeat players ranked significantly higher on this surface.
