CONCEPCION, March 30, 2025
Emilio Nava has earned back-to-back ATP Challenger Tour titles in South America. Following his triumph last week at the Paraguay Open in Asuncion, the 23-year-old US-American lifted the trophy of the Dove Men+Care Concepción in Chile without dropping a set.
The No. 8 seed of the clay-court tournament defeated Argentine qualifier Nicolas Kicker 6-1, 7-6(3) in Sunday’s singles final. Nava sent down six aces and won 80 per cent of his first-service points to seal victory in one hour and 40 minutes.
Twice as nice
Just one week after winning in Asuncion, Emilio Nava fights past Kicker 6-1, 7-6 (3) to pick up a fourth career title!#ATPChallenger pic.twitter.com/NhX4hcW1q8
— ATP Challenger Tour (@ATPChallenger) March 30, 2025
En-route to the championship match, Nava beat Brazilian Daniel Dutra da Silva, Gonzalo Bueno of Peru, Joao Lucas Reis da Silva from Brazil and Argentine Genaro Alberto Olivieri. The World No. 235 captured his fourth ATP Challenger Tour career title. Nava pocketed $14,200 in prize money as well as 75 ATP Ranking points.
The fifth edition of the Dove Men+Care Concepción granted a total prize pool of $100,000 and was held at the Estadio Español Chiguayante. Chiguayante is a city in central Chile, located in the Biobío Region, near Concepción. Nestled between the Biobío River and lush green hills, it offers a mix of urban development and natural beauty. Known for its peaceful atmosphere, Chiguayante has grown as a residential area while preserving its cultural heritage and scenic landscapes. The city is also famous for its annual festivals and proximity to outdoor recreational spots.
