A captivating finale at the 2025 European Open in Brussels featured a determined Félix Auger-Aliassime overcoming stiff competition to lift his first trophy since his recent wedding.
The indoor hard-court event showcased high-quality tennis and provided a heartwarming moment when the Canadian star acknowledged the draw between his on-court success and his life off it.
Félix Auger-Aliassime Captures First Title as a Married Man at European Open
In a match stretching over two hours and 37 minutes, Auger-Aliassime outlasted Jiri Lehecka 7-6(2), 6-7(6), 6-2 to claim the BNP Paribas Fortis European Open crown. Both players exhibited exceptional serving; Auger-Aliassime delivered 17 aces and landed 83 percent of first serves, winning 79 percent of those points, while Lehecka held firm during key rallies but fell short in the decider.
During the trophy presentation ceremony after his win, Auger-Aliassime took a touching moment to acknowledge those closest to him, thanking his team and family. He said,
“And to my team, and family as well, my wife. First tournament as a married man, so I guess it’s good luck. I have to give you some credit,” with a big smile on his face.
“I have to give you some credit” 💍💖
First tournament as a married man, another trophy for @felixtennis!@BNPPFEUOpen | #BNPPFEuropeanOpen pic.twitter.com/oZdjUBYgUI
— ATP Tour (@atptour) October 19, 2025
This victory marked his first title as a married man, following his wedding on September 20, 2025, to long-time partner, Nina Ghaibi, in Marrakech, Morocco. The couple was expected to get married in early September, but they had to postpone the wedding due to Auger-Aliassime’s exceptional run at the 2025 US Open.
The Canadian reached the semifinals at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, falling to then World No. 1 Jannik Sinner in a four-set match.
How Did Auger-Aliassime Perform at the 2025 European Open?
Auger-Aliassime’s run in Brussels included straight-set wins over Raphael Collignon and Eliot Spizzirri, while dropping just one set en route to the final against Damir Džumhur. His indoor hard-court prowess shone throughout the tournament, reinforcing his resurgence after a mid-season dip.
Earlier in October, he reached the quarterfinals at the Shanghai Masters, where he fell to the unseeded Arthur Rinderknech 6-3, 6-4, firing eight aces despite a spirited challenge. His performance in Brussels propelled him back into the ATP’s top 10 and set the stage for the Race to Turin.
Next on his schedule is the Swiss Indoors in Basel, which begins on October 20. He enters as the No. 5 seed and will open against fellow Canadian Gabriel Diallo in the first round, aiming to build on his momentum and continue a late-season push.
