2025 Australian Open – Wheelchair boys' singles
| Wheelchair boys' singles | |
|---|---|
| 2025 Australian Open | |
| Champions | Charlie Cooper |
| Runners-up | Alexander Lantermann |
| Score | 6–2, 6–2 |
| Draw | 4 |
| Seeds | 2 |
Seeds
The 2025 Australian Open – Wheelchair Boys' Singles was the inaugural edition of the junior wheelchair tournament at the first Grand Slam of the season. The competition took place at Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia, from January 20 to January 25, 2025.
In a comprehensive boy's singles final, No.1-ranked junior, American Charlie Cooper, put in a dominant display to win 6-2 6–2 over Belgian second seed, Alexander Lantermann.[1]
Background
The 2025 Australian Open marked the first edition of junior wheelchair categories, both in singles and doubles. The addition of the event was celebrated as a milestone for the sport, promoting inclusion and providing a competitive platform for young Paralympic athletes.[2]
Format
The tournament followed a round robin format, with the two best players reaching the final. The event featured some of the most promising young wheelchair tennis players, ensuring a high level of competition.[3]
Final
In the championship match, Charlie Cooper won the final by 2 sets to 0 against the Belgian Alexander Lantermann, winning both sets 6–2. [4]
References
- ^ "Cooper hails 'inspiration' of new AO junior wheelchair events". Australian Open. 2025-01-25. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "Wenzel powers AO 2025 campaign with history-making win". tennis.com. 2025-01-22. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "Draws – Australian Open". Australian Open. Retrieved 19 September 2025.
- ^ "Letters: Congrats to La Quinta tennis champion, Charlie Cooper". Desert Sun.com. 2025-01-29. Retrieved 2025-09-19.