BRISBANE/STARNBERG, February 2, 2025
Western Australia’s Tristan Schoolkate fought through two intense tie-breaks to defeat Czech Republic’s Marek Gengel 7-6(3), 7-6(4) and claim the title of the Brisbane QTC Tennis International held at the Queensland Tennis Centre.
With neither player dropping serve throughout the match, every point mattered in a battle of fine margins. Schoolkate’s composure in the key moments helped him edge out both tie-breaks and secure the title. The No. 5 seed of the hard-court event struck 19 aces and won 84 per cent of his first-service points to prevail after two hours and two minutes.
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“It’s great, very happy with the week. Tough final today but happy to come out on top,” said Schoolkate, who earned $14,200 in prize money as well as 75 ATP Ranking points.
The title caps off a strong start to the year for Schoolkate, who made his Rod Laver Arena debut at the Australian Open, pushing World No.1 Jannik Sinner to three sets in an impressive performance. The World No. 147 captured his second ATP Challenger Tour career title following his maiden triumph in Guangzhou, China last year.
Attention now turns to Week 2, with the first round of qualifying matches completed on Sunday. The final round of qualifying matches will be played on Monday. Players will compete for a spot in the main draw of the second Brisbane QTC Tennis International 3– 9 February, continuing the two weeks of elite tennis action in Brisbane.
