Santoro Lands First ATP Champions Tour Title

Fabrice Santoro clinched the first title of his fledgling ATP Champions Tour career on Sunday with a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Mark Philippoussis in the final of the Grand Champions Brazil in Sao Paulo.

Despite not claiming to be a clay court specialist, Santoro showed real guile on the red clay of the Sociedade Harmonia de Tenis, outmaneuvering his hard-hitting opponent with different angles and touch. The man known as The Magician, was delighted with the result.

“This is magical for me,” he said. “It’s been a special week. I think the level of tennis this week was very good, the court was great, the conditions are perfect and the final against Mark was a fantastic match. more

Philippoussis Fires Through: Posted May 13th, 2012; Mark Philipposis was at his powerful best in beating Thomas Enqvist to reach the final.

Santoro Reaches Sao Paulo Final: Posted May 13th, 2012; Fabrice Santoro dispatched Sergi Bruguera to reach his first ATP Champions Tour final.

Santoro Thrilled at 'New Career': Posted May 11th, 2012; Fabrice Santoro won and then told of his joy at discovering a second career.

Bruguera Backs Nadal: Posted May 10th, 2012; Rafael Nadal will win a seventh title at Roland Garros, according to Sergi Bruguera.

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