Qualifier Alejandro Tabilo Crowned Surprise Auckland Classic Champion
Chilean qualifier Alejandro Tabilo capped a "crazy ride" by winning the Auckland Classic on Saturday, beating Taro Daniel 6-2, 7-5 in a final between two tournament outsiders. World number 82 Tabilo bagged his maiden ATP title, which he says will deliver an injection of confidence heading into the Australian Open after two years of pain and frustration. The 26-year-old's only other final appearance came on clay at the Cordoba Open in 2022, before his career path took a downward spiral.










