2025 Australian Open – Wheelchair boys' singles
2025 tennis event results
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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.
Charlie Cooper
Alexander Lantermann| Wheelchair boys' singles | |
|---|---|
| 2025 Australian Open | |
| Champion | Charlie Cooper |
| Runner-up | Alexander Lantermann |
| Score | 6–2, 6–2 |
| Draw | 4 |
| Seeds | 2 |
In a comprehensive boys' 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]
Seeds
Charlie Cooper (champion)
Alexander Lantermann (final)
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]