GUIA DE ISORA/STARNBERG, February 16, 2025
Pablo Carreno Busta continued his dominant run in Tenerife, securing back-to-back titles at the Tenerife Challenger 2. The former World No. 10 showcased his experience and consistency, defeating Austrian qualifier Filip Misolic in Sunday’s singles final 6-3, 6-2 to claim his second trophy on the island in as many weeks. With this victory, the 33-year-old Spaniard, who struggled with an elbow injury in recent years, takes another step towards returning to the ATP Tour’s upper ranks, proving that he remains a formidable force on the court.
In front of packed stands on Center Court of the Abama Tennis Academy, Carreno Busta dominated the pair’s first meeting right from the beginning. The World No. 133 saved all six break points he faced and capitalized on all of own his three break-point opportunities to prevail after one hour and 24 minutes.
PCB + Tenerife = Match made in heaven! ♥️
Another week, another crown and the same court as @pablocarreno91 completes the Tenerife double with a dominant 6-3, 6-2 victory over Misolic! #ATPChallenger | @meftennisevents pic.twitter.com/mRinTBrxyk
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“Filip is a tricky opponent. He is very solid from the baseline,” said Carreno Busta, who didn’t drop a set this week. “I knew that I would need to have a good rhythm, serving well. I tried to be aggressive all the time. The first set was pretty close, as I needed to save a lot of break points. But in the second set, I played better and could win the match.”
By capturing his 13th ATP Challenger Tour career title, he earned € 12,980 in prize money as well as 75 ATP Ranking points.
“My confidence has been growing. Obviously, when you are winning matches, things on the court are getting better. I was focused on every match and tried to do my best. Both weeks here were fantastic. After 10 matches in a row, I will now take some rest before competing in the qualifying at Indian Wells,” Carreno Busta said.
Tenerife Challenger important part of the Challenger series in Spain
Miguel Diaz Roman, president of the Spanish Tennis Federation (RFET), praised MEF Tennis Events for their exceptional organization and the importance of the ATP Challenger Tour events for professional tennis in Spain.
“For us, these tournaments are fundamental,” said the RFET president after last week’s singles final in Tenerife. Diaz Roman also praised MEF Tennis Events for their work in promoting Tenerife as a premier tennis destination: “The Abama Tennis Academy is an outstanding facility, and Marcello Marchesini (MEF Tennis Events president) understands the importance of these events. With the support of sponsors, I am sure the tournament will continue to grow.”
Tenerife – Tennis Paradise
Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands, is the perfect destination for tennis players of all levels. With its year-round warm climate, world-class facilities, and stunning natural surroundings, the island offers the perfect conditions for training, competition, and leisure.
With over 300 days of sunshine per year and mild temperatures averaging between 18°C and 25°C, players can train and compete comfortably without worrying about extreme heat or cold.
Beyond tennis, Tenerife provides perfect recovery options, including beachside relaxation, spa treatments, and outdoor activities like hiking and swimming. The island’s diverse landscape, from golden beaches to volcanic mountains, makes it an attractive location for both training and unwinding.
