Ofner and Misolic: Austria's tennis heroes start in Kitzbühel!
Ofner and Misolic: Austria's tennis heroes start in Kitzbühel!
On Wednesday, the first list of fixed starter for the Generali Open Kitzbühel 2025 was presented and two Austrian tennis stars are at the forefront. Sebastian Ofner and Filip Misolic have secured a place in the main competition of the sandplace tournament, endowed with over 630,000 euros. Meinverkar reports that Ofner as the number one in the country and Misolic for this prestigious event set are.
Kitzbühel has a special meaning for Ofner. The "Grazler" is not only measured on its half-sated slam semi-final from 2017, but also speaks with anticipation of the return to its Austrian roots. "It is always something special to play here. The support of the fans is priceless," he says and reflects his sporting and mental development since his last appearance, which was in 2017.
a comeback with ambitions
Filip Misolic, on the other hand, also comes to Kitzbühel with positive memories, where he reached the final in 2022. "I am in a good shape and my goal is to climb into the top 100 in the ATP ranking," explains the player and is optimistic about inspiring the fans with his game. After a strong performance in the first round of the French Open, he sees himself well equipped for the challenges that Kitzbühel has.
tournament director Alexander Antonitsch is also convinced that the two Austrian players have a lot of potential, especially with the loud support of domestic fans. In addition to Ofner and Misolic, Alexander Bucks from Kazakhstan will also compete in Kitzbühel. Budik, who is known as one of the more creative players, returns after a long break and reached the quarter -finals at the French Open this year.
appointments and highlights
The Generali Open Kitzbühel will take place from July 19 to 26, 2025. An event that should not miss tennis fans. Tennistourtalk emphasizes that with the upscale quality of the player field and the unexploited home flair, the spectators get their money's worth become.
Whether ofner and Misolic can bring their extraordinary achievements to the Kitzbüheler Earth, it remains to be seen, but the anticipation is noticeable, and the hope of exciting matches is in the room. An exciting tennis summer weekend will be heralded here!
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