COSTA DO SAUIPE/STARNBERG, November 9, 2026
Argentina’s Camilo Ugo Carabelli claimed the title at the second edition of the Costa do Sauipe Open on Sunday, defeating Brazil’s Thiago Seyboth Wild in the final of the ATP Challenger 125 event held on the clay courts of Costa do Sauipe Resorts in Bahia. The tournament offered a total prize purse of US$225,000, with 125 ATP Ranking points going to the champion.
Playing in front of a large crowd, Carabelli lived up to his favourite status to secure his second Challenger 125 title of the 2026 season. The Argentine had previously triumphed in Rosario, and his two victories at this level have earned him 250 ranking points this year. The latest success will lift him to No. 68 in the ATP Rankings.
Both finalists arrived in Bahia in excellent form. Seyboth Wild, who had already collected four Challenger titles this season, was looking to add another trophy to his impressive campaign. Carabelli, meanwhile, aimed to finish the year on a high with another significant title.
The Argentine made a flying start to the final, producing a high level of tennis to take the opening set 6-2 in approximately 40 minutes. Seyboth Wild raised his game in the second set and managed to keep the contest competitive. However, just as the Brazilian was serving to extend the set, Carabelli secured the decisive break before closing out the match 6-2, 7-5.
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The champion received US$33,650 in prize money and 125 ATP Ranking points. Seyboth Wild earned US$19,700 and 64 points, a result that will take him back into the world’s Top 100 at No. 98.
Following the trophy ceremony, Carabelli praised the tournament’s facilities and the impressive support from the spectators throughout the week.
“It’s a very good tournament. Everything here is excellent. I couldn’t come last year, but I’m very happy with this victory and, if possible, I’ll be back next year. The most important thing is that it’s difficult to see this many people attending a Challenger event. I really enjoyed playing in front of such a crowd,” the champion said.
Although he missed out on the title, Seyboth Wild was pleased with his overall performance and thanked the organisers for their efforts.
“It wasn’t the result I wanted, but it was an excellent week. I won 18 of my last 20 matches, roughly speaking, so it’s important to look at the positives. It has been a good season. But I’m always aiming higher. First the Top 100, then the Top 90, always looking for more. The tournament is excellent, the location is incredible, and I want to thank Neco and Danilo for the work they do,” the Brazilian commented, referring to Nelson Aerts and Danilo Marcelino of event promoter TRY.
Seyboth Wild reaches final and secures Top 100 return
Thiago Seyboth Wild’s run to the final was one of the highlights of the week. The Brazilian advanced to the championship match after overcoming several strong opponents, including top seed Facundo Diaz Acosta of Argentina in the semi-finals. Supported by a packed centre court, Seyboth Wild produced a consistent performance to win 7-6(5), 6-4.
The victory not only secured his place in the final but also confirmed his return to the Top 100.
In the other semi-final, Carabelli defeated Peru’s Gonzalo Bueno 6-3, 6-1. The Argentine reached the final without dropping a set in the latter stages of the tournament and carried his strong form into Sunday’s championship match.
Kolar and Rodriguez Taverna take doubles crown
The doubles final provided another highlight of the closing weekend. Czech Zdenek Kolar and Argentina’s Santiago Rodriguez Taverna captured the title with a 6-4, 6-4 victory over Ecuador’s Diego Hidalgo and Argentina’s Andres Molteni.
For Kolar, the triumph was particularly special as it marked the 25th doubles title of his career.
The champions collected US$9,900 in prize money and 125 doubles ranking points, while the runners-up received US$5,760 and 75 points.
Young Brazilian talents seize their opportunities
The Costa do Sauipe Open also provided an important platform for emerging Brazilian players.
One of the standout stories was 17-year-old Leonardo Storck, a Roland Garros junior semi-finalist this season. Awarded a wildcard for the qualifying competition, Storck impressed by defeating Colombia’s Miguel Tobon, then ranked No. 432 in the world, 6-4, 6-2. It marked the first qualifying victory of his professional career.
Two other Brazilians, Luis Felipe Miguel, brother of Guto Miguel, and Rafael Tosetto, also successfully progressed through qualifying, marking important milestones in their professional careers.
Guto Miguel, meanwhile, was another player attracting attention. The 17-year-old, one of Brazil’s most promising young talents, has recently shifted his full focus from junior tennis to the professional circuit. After competing in the main draw of the Challenger 125 in Bahia, he will join the team of hitting partners at the ATP Finals in Turin next week.
Tennis and community: a special visit to Vila Sauipe
Beyond the competition, the tournament also placed a strong emphasis on connecting professional tennis with the local community.
Brazilian players Guto Miguel and Felipe Meligeni visited the Borges Tennis social project in Vila Sauipe, where they hit with local children, shared advice and spoke about their experiences in professional tennis.
The visit fulfilled a long-standing dream of project founder Leandro Borges, whose own journey in tennis began at the former ATP 250 tournament held in Costa do Sauipe.
“This has always been a dream of mine: to bring professional tennis players here to meet the children, talk to them and encourage them to dedicate themselves even more to the sport,” Borges said.
Young players Deivid and Jaziel, who have been supported by Costa do Sauipe Resorts since last year, also had the opportunity to meet the professionals and learn from their experiences. Both are already beginning to achieve promising results in state-level competitions.
CBT president praises TRY’s contribution to Brazilian tennis
Brazilian Tennis Confederation (CBT) president Alexandre Farias attended the trophy ceremony and paid tribute to the work of tournament promoter Grupo TRY and its directors.
“I would like to congratulate the players on a great week and Costa do Sauipe for bringing tennis back to Bahia, where an ATP 250 tournament was held for many years. I also want to thank Nelson Aerts and Danilo Marcelino, who promote 60 per cent of the Challenger tournaments in Brazil and always deliver events of excellence. This is how Brazilian tennis continues to move forward,” Farias stated.
