DOBRICH/STARNBERG, August 25, 2024
Juan Bautista Torres secured his second ATP Challenger Tour career title by winning the inaugural IZIDA Cup in Dobrich, Bulgaria, with a hard-fought victory over Ivan Gakhov from Russia.
The 22-year-old from Argentina came from behind on Saturday to win 5-7, 6-0, 7-5 in a grueling two-hour and 27-minute singles final. Torres clinched a critical break at 5-5 in the deciding set and then served out the match to claim the championship.
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The Buenos Aires native, who previously won his first ATP Challenger Tour title in Troyes, France in June 2022, needed a deciding set in three of his five matches on the Bulgarian clay to emerge victorious. Bautista Torres collected € 5,080 in prize money as well as 50 ATP Ranking points.
The IZIDA Cup offered a total prize purse of €36,900 and was held at the Tennis Club Izida in Dobrich, a city located in northeastern Bulgaria, known for its rich history and cultural significance. As the administrative center of the Dobrich Province, the city plays a key role in the region. It is often referred to as the “granary of Bulgaria” due to its agricultural importance.
The city features a mix of modern and traditional architecture, with attractions like the Ethnographic Museum and the old town showcasing its heritage. Dobrich also has a vibrant cultural scene, with numerous festivals and events held throughout the year, celebrating its history and community spirit.
