Congrats to 2016 Kooyong Classic champion David Goffin. Even though it’s only an exhibition, it’s always nice to start the year with a trophy!
Congratulations @David__Goffin! Winner of the 2016 @KooyongClassic 6-4 6-2 over @feliciano_lopez! #KooyongClassic pic.twitter.com/x2LZ6CCz8C
— Brian Peel (@Brian_Peel) January 15, 2016
Another beautiful day of tennis at the Kooyong Classic.
First match today, a clash between two youngsters: recent Davis Cup champion Kyle Edmund vs Aussie hope Omar Jasika. The Brit is without a doubt a player to watch in 2016.
Great to be back at @KooyongClassic! @OJasika & #KyleEdmund currently on court! #Melbourne #Tennis #KooyongClassic pic.twitter.com/bciekscIFD
— Brian Peel (@Brian_Peel) January 14, 2016
A hot day in Melbourne today (the Zverev-Edmund match was cancelled due to heat) and lots of action on court. Enjoy a few pictures from day 2 at the Kooyong Classic, and in case you missed it, check out day 1 pictures.
Pablo Carreno Busta defeated former Australian Open finalist Marcos Baghdatis 6-4 6-4:
PHOTOS exclusive to https://t.co/bP3b7687zk > @KooyongClassic action Day 2! #MarcosBaghdatis #Tennis #KooyongClassic pic.twitter.com/IPvwgKQfbM
— Brian Peel (@Brian_Peel) January 13, 2016
The Kooyong exhibition is traditionally played the week prior to the Australian Open. Past winners include Pete Sampras, Andre Agassi, Michael Chang, Lleyton Hewitt… This year, the draw is a mix of veteran players (Lopez, Almagro, Baghdatis…) and young guns to watch (Edmund, Zverev, Chung…). Thanks to Brian, enjoy a few pictures of today’s matches:
The @KooyongClassic is in full swing here in Melbourne! What a great day to be here! #KooyongClassic ?☀️? pic.twitter.com/G0Lgbh26T7
— Brian Peel (@Brian_Peel) January 12, 2016
