Hady Habib has etched his name in tennis history by becoming the first man from Lebanon to win a Grand Slam singles match in the Open Era. The 24-year-old achieved this remarkable feat during the qualifying rounds of the Australian Open, where he secured a thrilling victory against Italy’s Flavio Cobolli, winning 6-3, 6-4. This landmark win not only marks a significant milestone for Habib but also for Lebanese tennis on the global stage. Following his victory, Habib expressed his elation, stating, ‘This win is a dream come true for me and for Lebanon. It’s an honor to represent my country and this victory is for all the people back home who support me.’ In addition to Habib’s triumph, fellow Lebanese player, 20-year-old Alexander Fonseca, also made headlines by advancing to the next round of the qualifiers after defeating England’s Charlie Baird 7-6, 6-2. Fonseca remarked, ‘I’m very proud to be a part of this historic moment for Lebanon.’ This historic achievement has sparked excitement within the Lebanese tennis community, with sports officials and fans rallying around both players as they strive to represent their nation on an international platform.
Hady Habib Makes History at Australian Open, Becoming Lebanon’s First Grand Slam Singles Winner
