Quentin Halys wins first ATP title at Kitzbühel Open

French tennis player Quentin Halys captured his first ATP Tour title on Saturday, July 25, 2026, defeating top-seeded and defending champion Alexander Bublik in straight sets at the Generali Open in Kitzbühel, Austria. The 29-year-old secured the landmark victory with a score of 6-4, 7-6(6) on the tournament's red clay courts.

Halys, who turned professional in 2012, delivered a dominant serving performance, firing 17 aces and not facing a single break point throughout the final. He won a remarkable 33 of his 38 first-serve points to neutralize the powerful game of Bublik, who was seeking his 10th career title. The only break of serve came at 5-4 in the opening set for Halys. The second set proceeded to a tiebreaker where Bublik held a set point at 6-5, but Halys saved it and clinched the championship on his first match point.

After the match, Halys described the win as the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. He expressed gratitude to his family for their support throughout his career, stating that since he was a child, his goal was to win an ATP title. Reflecting on his age and the journey, Halys said he feels good and believes he has several more years to compete, expressing...