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2025 Wheelchair Tennis Masters finals conclude in Huzhou

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated: November 18, 2025 L M S

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In the women's singles final, Yui Kamiji (right) claims the championship and Li Xiaohui (left) secures the runner-up position. [Photo/Tide News]

The 2025 NEC Wheelchair Tennis Singles Masters and UNIQLO Wheelchair Tennis Doubles Masters concluded on Nov 16 at the Huzhou International Clay Court Tennis Center in Huzhou, East China's Zhejiang province.

This marked the first time the International Tennis Federation's premier wheelchair tennis event was held in China.

The women's singles final kicked off at 11 am on the center court. Top seed and defending champion Yui Kamiji displayed outstanding form, winning in straight sets to retain her title, while Chinese player Li Xiaohui achieved a career milestone by securing the runner-up position.

In the men's singles final, top seed and defending champion Tokito Oda also demonstrated exceptional skill, defeating Britain's Alfie Hewett 2-0 to claim victory.

The day's most inspiring moment came in the quadriplegic division final. Dutch star Sam Schroeder, overcoming a challenging start, used his experience and determination to stage a comeback, ultimately defeating Israel's Guy Sasson 6-4, 6-3.

In doubles, Zhu Zhenzhen and Kamiji executed a stunning comeback from a 1-7 deficit in the tiebreak to win against Li and Wang Ziying. Martin de la Puente and Ruben Spaargaren also saved championship points to win 14-12. In the quadriplegic doubles, Sasson and Niels Vink dominated, winning 6-2, 6-0.

Jordi Tamayo, chairman of the ITF Wheelchair Tennis Committee, praised China for successfully hosting its first ITF wheelchair tennis event, noting the high standards and the players' positive reception.