Oberpullendorf in Austria’s Burgenland region is hosting the MEHRLEBEN U18 European Junior Championships powered by Finanzfuchsgruppe for the second time this week. From 15–21 September, 132 players representing 35 Tennis Europe member nations will compete for the 18 & Under title.
The tournament is part of the ITF World Tennis Tour (Juniors) as a J300 event, offering important ranking points in addition to the championship trophy. The event has a distinguished history, with 13 singles and 14 doubles players who went on to become world No.1 among its past winners. Previous champions include Carlos Moyá, Martina Hingis, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Barbora KrejΔíková.
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Day 2
16.09.2025 - 12:00 - VISIT INSTAGRAM FOR EXTRA FEATURES
With play still delayed until at least 14:00 CET as fine drizzle continues to fall on the courts, why not head on over to Instagram for more content from Oberpullendorf...
16.09.2025 - 09:15 - RAINY OBERPULLENDORF
Quick update: Rain has arrived in Oberpullendorf earlier than expected, delaying the start of play. Matches will get underway once the weather improves and the courts are ready for safe play. We’ll keep you posted as soon as a new start time is confirmed.
16.09.2025 - 08:45 - RISE AND SHINE
Players are out on court for their morning hits, preparing for a full day of tennis in Oberpullendorf. The weather isn’t quite as bright as yesterday, with grey clouds overhead and rain expected later on. While we wait for play to begin, take a look at the Photo Gallery updated last night, you might spot your favourite players.
Day 1
15.09.2025 - 19:30 - ONE DOWN, MORE TO GO
Day 1 wrapped up with a mix of upsets and hard-fought wins. Greece’s Odysseas Geladaris delivered one of the surprises, knocking out No. 15 seed Pierre Antoine Faut (FRA) 7-6 3-6 6-3.
On the girls’ side, #9 seed Diana Simionescu (ROU) turned around a slow start against Marie Johanna Lapimaa (EST), coming through 1-6 6-4 6-2 to set up a match with one of home’s favorites Leonie Rabl. #13 Daphnee Mpetshi Perricard (FRA) also needed three sets, overcoming Inka Wawrzkiewicz (POL) 5-7 6-1 6-2.
Tomorrow, the top seeds will make their debut, and the afternoon schedule will also feature the opening round of doubles matches.
The full schedule is available via the link above.
15.09.2025 - 15:00 - MAJDANDZIC CLAIMS FIRST UPSET
Players have been making swift progress this morning, with just four of the 29 matches completed so far going to three sets. Standout results on the girls’ side saw Lucia Hradecka (SVK) score a 6-0 6-0 win over Maria Campama Tomas (AND), and Sarina Schnyder (SUI) concede just three games to Vasiliki Goraniti (GRE). Last year’s 16 & Under gold medallist in singles and doubles Carla Giambelli (ITA) was unable to extend her European Championship win streak past 11 matches, falling 6-2 6-1 to third seed Eva Bennemann (GER).
On the boys’ side, the top two seeds now know their first opponents. Radek Chodora (CZE) beat Zac Naughton (IRL) 6-3 6-1 and is rewarded with a clash against top seed Yannick Alexandrescou (ROU). Meanwhile, Haydar Gokpinar (TUR) beat Aleksa Oparnica (SRB) and will face #2 Oskari Paldanius (FIN) on Tuesday. Oliver Majdandzic (GER, pictured) provided the first upset of the week with a 6-4 6-4 win over 12th seeded Xavi Palomar (ESP).
15.09.2025 - 10:00 - PLAY BEGINS
Day 1 play is now under way under sunny skies in Austria. Some interesting matches are in store from kick-off. Last year’s European 16&U Champion Carla Giambelli (ITA) takes on 3rd seed Eva Bennemann (GER), while Sona Depesova (SVK), runner-up to Giambelli in Parma, also faces a tough opener against Sonja Zhenikova (GER).
On the boy’s side Leonardo Ljubicic (MON), whose father Ivan played this event in 1996, faces 16th seed Botond Nagy (HUN) in the opening match on Court 2. Several of the top seeds have byes, but some second round matches will already take place: the top seed in action is due to be #8 Stefan Haita (ROU), who will face Kristijan Janev (MKD) on centre court. Follow all the action over multiple courts at the links above.
Preview
14.09.2025 - 19:45 - PREVIEW & JUNIOR SCHOOL
The event opened with the Tennis Europe Junior School, where players were introduced to the “Tennis Ecosystem” and watched a special video marking 50 Years of Tennis Europe. A lively quiz followed, with prizes on offer that participants were eager to claim. The boys from Monaco demonstrated a series of dynamic warm-up exercises, while players from Ireland, Greece and Croatia took part in live interviews in front of the crowd.
Right after the Junior School, the teams were officially welcomed and presented during the Opening Ceremony, marking the formal start of the Championships. Check the gallery here.
14.09.2025 - 16:30 - TOURNAMENT PREVIEW
The wait is over - the MEHRLEBEN U18 European Junior Championships powered by Finanzfuchsgruppe return to Oberpullendorf. The event brings together a strong line-up of rising stars, featuring notable names from the Tennis Europe Junior Tour alongside players already establishing themselves on the ITF and professional tours.
The boys’ draw is led by top seed Yannick Alexandrescou (ROU), last year’s 16&U European Champion and Junior Masters winner, who also reached the Roland Garros Junior quarterfinals and has delivered impressive results at J300 and J500 events. One of his key rivals will be #2 Oskari Paldanius (FIN), an Australian Open Junior semifinalist and this year’s doubles champion at both Wimbledon and the US Open Juniors, alongside fourth seed Alan Wazny (POL). Another name to watch is Niels McDonald of Germany, a familiar face on the Tennis Europe Junior Tour with an incredible 236 matches played, who captured his first junior Grand Slam title in Paris earlier this year.
In the girls’ draw, top seed Charo Esquiva Banuls (ESP), a US Open Juniors quarterfinalist, will be looking to secure the title against a talented field. One of her rivals will be Carla Giambelli (ITA), last year’s 16&U European Champion. Also in contention are Eva Benneman and Sonja Zhenikova (GER), the Roland Garros doubles champions earlier this year, along with Bulgaria’s Rositsa Dencheva and several other rising stars.