Zizou Bergs claims first ATP Tour title in Eastbourne final

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Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Zizou Bergs claims first ATP Tour title in Eastbourne final
Summary

Zizou Bergs of Belgium won his first ATP Tour title at the Eastbourne Open, defeating French sixth seed Ugo Humbert. After rain interrupted their match, they resumed competition on Sunday, with Bergs rallying from a set down to secure a 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 victory in challenging weather conditions. Humbert had a solid start but Bergs gained momentum after the first set. With this win, Bergs becomes the first Belgian man to claim a grass court title. He is set to face Humbert again in the first round of Wimbledon on Tuesday.

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  • Bergs wins Eastbourne Open final after resuming match due to rain.
  • He defeats Humbert with a set score of 3-6, 6-1, 6-4.
  • Bergs becomes the first Belgian man to win a grass court title.
  • The match took place under windy conditions.
  • Bergs will play Humbert again on Tuesday at Wimbledon.
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  • 12:32 PMYahoo SportsBergs wins maiden ATP Tour title in Eastbourne
  • 12:32 PMBBC SportBergs wins maiden ATP Tour title in Eastbourne
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Zizou Bergs becomes the first Belgian man to win a grasscourt title with his maiden ATP Tour title in Eastbourne.

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Zizou Bergs becomes the first Belgian man to win a grasscourt title with his maiden ATP Tour title in Eastbourne.

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