LUGANO/STARNBERG, March 1, 2026
Zsombor Piros has captured the title of the Challenger Citta di Lugano. The No. 3 seed of the ATP Challenger Tour 75 event in Switzerland outlasted Joel Schwaerzler of Austria 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 in Sunday’s singles final.
Piros booked his place in the championship match with wins over German Henri Squire, Ivan Gakhov of Russia, Czech youngster Maxim Mrva and local wild card entry Mika Brunold.
The 26-year-old Hungarian struck 10 aces and won 72 per cent of his first-service points in the final. Piros broke his rival two times to prevail after two hours and 24 minutes.
prize for Piros
The No.3 seed fends off Schwaerzler 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 for title #ATPChallenger | Lugano pic.twitter.com/CAA1od7DMh
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By winning his eighth ATP Challenger Tour career title, his first of the season, Piros earned €15,510 in prize money as well as 75 ATP Ranking points.
The sixth edition of the Challenger Citta di Lugano offered a total prize pool of €97,640 and was held at the Centro Esposizioni in Lugano, a picturesque city in southern Switzerland, located in the Italian-speaking canton of Ticino. Nestled on the shores of Lake Lugano and surrounded by the foothills of the Alps, the city blends Swiss efficiency with Mediterranean charm. Palm trees line the waterfront promenade, while colorful piazzas and cafés reflect its close cultural ties to neighboring Italy.
Lugano is known for its mild climate, vibrant cultural scene, and strong financial sector. Visitors can explore Parco Ciani along the lake, take a funicular up Monte Brè or Monte San Salvatore for panoramic views, or enjoy art and music at the LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura center.
