Japan’s Mio Shimabukuro Claims Seoul Open Tennis Singles Title; Nathaniel Ramones-Jean-Julien Rodger Pair Victorious in Doubles

Singles Champion: Mio Shimabukuro

In a dominant display, world No. 193 Mio Shimabukuro from Japan won the 2025 Eugene Investment & Securities Seoul Open International Men’s Singles Tennis Tournament, defeating No. 161 Coleman Wong of Hong Kong 2-0 (6-4 6-3) in the final.

“I’m happy to win. It was nice to make the last day the best day,” said Shimabukuro, who also praised the local support, adding, “I’m glad I didn’t go to the third set; it was too cold.”

With this victory, Shimabukuro’s world ranking is expected to rise to No. 157, nearing his career-high of No. 135.

Shimabukuro is no stranger to Korean tournaments, having participated in 12 alone, and expressed his eagerness to return if a Seoul Men’s Professional Tennis (ATP) tournament is held.

Doubles Champions: Nathaniel Ramones & Jean-Julien Rodger

In the doubles final, the American-Netherlands duo of Nathaniel Ramones and Jean-Julien Rodger claimed the championship with a 2-0 (6-3 6-4) win over the American pair of George Goldhoff and Theodor Winnega.

FAQs

• How many times has Shimabukuro won the Seoul Open? This was his first singles win at the Seoul Open, though he has participated in 12 Korean tournaments.
• What was the final score of the singles and doubles matches? The singles final ended 2-0 (6-4 6-3), while the doubles final concluded 2-0 (6-3 6-4).

Pro Tip

To maintain a high level of play, Mio Shimabukuro focused on his mental strength in the second half of the year, which led to improved results.

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