Stefanos Tsitsipas made a remarkable return to winning ways, clinching the title at the Swiss Open Gstaad, his first since the Monte-Carlo Masters in 2024. In an intense showdown, the Greek overcame Raphael Collignon 6-4, 6-7, 6-3, in a final marked by the resilience of the young Belgian, who was competing in his first ATP Tour final.
The final took place on the clay courts of Gstaad, where Tsitsipas showcased his experience over three demanding sets. Collignon, who was trying to follow in the footsteps of Zizou Bergs – winner in Eastbourne – and Alexander Blockx, represented the new generation of Belgian tennis that has emerged following a long hiatus since David Goffin's departure. Despite his inexperience in finals, Collignon proved to be a tough competitor, particularly in the second set, where he won the tie-break and pushed the match to a deciding set.
Tsitsipas, who has faced a challenging period over the past two years both personally and professionally, has finally managed to get back on the path to victory. After a series of changes in his coaching team, including the hiring and subsequent dismissal of Goran Ivanisevic, and the removal of his father as coach, the Greek tennis player appears to be reaping the rewards of his new approach. Throughout the tournament, he eliminated tough opponents such as Ignacio Buse, Jerome Kym, Arthur Rinderknech, and Alexander Shevchenko, with three of those matches going to three sets.
In the decisive match, Tsitsipas maintained his patience and aggression on the Swiss clay. The first set was a tactical duel, with both players defending their serves well, but the Greek managed to break at crucial moments to take the lead. In the second set, Collignon responded firmly, even leading 3-1 before his opponent came back and took the set to a tie-break, where the Belgian was more effective. In the final set, Tsitsipas imposed his rhythm, breaking Collignon's serve to seal the victory and secure the title.
This triumph marks a redemption for Tsitsipas, who sees his career gaining momentum again. On the day when Maria Sakkari, his fellow Greek, was also competing in the final of the Athens tournament, the Greek's success may herald a positive moment for Hellenic tennis.
For Collignon, despite the defeat, the final represents a significant advancement in his career, potentially boosting his position in the world rankings and establishing him as a promising talent in Belgian tennis. His performance in Gstaad signals the emergence of a new talent on the international scene, ready to challenge the top names on the circuit.
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