Qualifier Alejandro Tabilo beats Taro Daniel to win Auckland Classic
Alejandro Tabilo capped the most extraordinary week of his career Saturday when he emerged from qualifying to beat Taro Daniel 6-3, 7-5 in the final of ATP Auckland Classic, claiming the first title of his career. The 26-year-old then dominated the final, serving 10 aces and keeping Daniel constantly on the defensive with his powerful left-hand forehands. Japanese-American Daniel also had an outstanding week as he made his way to a final between unseeded players.