Greek star defeats Belgium’s Rafael Collignon in a thrilling three-set battle to secure his 13th ATP career title in Gstaad.
Greece’s Stefanos Tsitsipas ended his title drought in impressive fashion by capturing the ATP 250 Swiss Open title after overcoming Belgium’s Rafael Collignon in a competitive three-set final on Sunday.
The former world No. 3 produced a determined performance in Gstaad, defeating Collignon 6-4, 6-7, 6-3 in a match that lasted two hours and 18 minutes.
The victory marked a significant milestone for Tsitsipas, who claimed his first ATP Tour trophy since lifting the Dubai Open title in March 2025.
Tsitsipas started the final strongly and secured the opening set 6-4 with solid serving and consistent baseline play.
The Greek star appeared in control for large portions of the match, using his experience to put pressure on his Belgian opponent.
However, Collignon refused to back down and responded impressively in the second set.
The Belgian pushed Tsitsipas into a tiebreak and displayed remarkable composure to level the contest by taking the set 7-6. His resilience ensured that the championship match would be decided in a third and final set.
In the decider, Tsitsipas elevated his game when it mattered most. He regained momentum with aggressive shot-making and strong service games, eventually sealing the third set 6-3 to secure the championship. The victory highlighted the 26-year-old’s ability to remain focused under pressure and capitalize on key moments.
The Swiss Open triumph represents an important achievement for Tsitsipas as he continues his efforts to return to top form on the ATP Tour. The title is the 13th ATP singles crown of his professional career and provides a major confidence boost ahead of the upcoming hard-court season.
For Collignon, reaching the final was a notable accomplishment despite falling short of the title.
The Belgian showcased his potential throughout the tournament and pushed one of the tour’s most experienced players to the limit in a memorable championship clash.
With the Swiss Open title now added to his collection, Tsitsipas will look to build momentum and carry his winning form into the remainder of the 2026 ATP season.