Tsitsipas reaches ATP final in 16 months at Open Gstaad

Stefanos Tsitsipas has reached his first ATP final in 16 months, defeating Aleksandr Shevchenko in a three-set semifinal at the EFG Swiss Open Gstaad on Saturday, July 18, 2026. The former world No. 3 will face Belgium's Raphael Collignon in Sunday's championship match.

Tsitsipas, currently ranked 85th, secured his place in the final with a 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 victory over Shevchenko. The win marks his 31st career final and his first on clay since the 2024 Barcelona final. After the match, Tsitsipas praised his opponent's effort, stating it was a great fight and that both players deserved the victory for the incredible tennis they played.

His opponent in the final, Raphael Collignon, advanced in dramatic fashion, saving a match point in his semifinal against Juan Manuel Cerundolo before winning 1-6, 7-6(5), 7-5. The victory sends the Belgian into his first-ever ATP Tour final. It will be the first career meeting between Tsitsipas and Collignon.

Tsitsipas acknowledged the challenge ahead, noting both finalists have endured long matches throughout the week and will be highly motivated. He said he expects a big battle and aims to take the court by storm. The Greek player also commented on...