Heineken Open, Auckland, New Zealand
Final Result:
Jiri Vesely defeated Adrian Mannarino 6-3, 6-2 on Saturday at the Heineken Open for his first career title. Entering the event as a qualifier, Vesely dominated the match after losing his opening service game. The 21 year old Czech will now shift his attention to the Australian Open, where he will face Viktor Troicki in round one.
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Apia International Sydney, Sydney, Australia
Final Result:
Hard-hitting Serbian Viktor Troicki captured his second career title on the ATP World Tour on Saturday, dispatching Mikhail Kukushkin 6-2, 6-3. Blasting 13 aces and breaking serve on four occasions, Troicki is set to reach approximately 53 in the world when the latest rankings are released. The 28 year old will face recent Auckland winner Jiri Vesely in the first round of the Australian Open.
