Italian duo Bolelli and Vavassori win first Masters 1000 doubles title in Miami

The seventh-seeded pair defeated Heliovaara and Patten in straight sets to capture their biggest career trophy as a team.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 6:05pm

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Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori won their first ATP Masters 1000 doubles title on Sunday at the Miami Open, defeating the fourth-seeded team of Harri Heliovaara and Henry Patten 6-4, 6-2 in the final. The Italian duo were dominant throughout the 73-minute match, breaking serve early in each set and saving all three break points they faced. This marks Bolelli's 20th career ATP doubles title, making him the first Italian man to reach that milestone in the Open Era.

Why it matters

Bolelli and Vavassori have been one of the most consistent doubles teams on Tour in recent years, winning six ATP 500 titles together and qualifying for the Nitto ATP Finals twice. However, they had yet to capture a prestigious Masters 1000 crown until their triumph in Miami, which is a significant career achievement for the Italian pair.

The details

Bolelli, 40, and Vavassori were in control from the start, breaking Heliovaara and Patten's serve in the opening game of each set. They remained solid on their own serve, saving all three break points they faced, while converting 3 of 9 break point opportunities. The Italian duo's victory was a culmination of their steady partnership that began in 2024.

  • Bolelli and Vavassori won the Miami Open doubles title on Sunday, March 28, 2026.

The players

Simone Bolelli

A 40-year-old Italian doubles specialist who has now won 20 career ATP doubles titles, the most by an Italian man in the Open Era.

Andrea Vavassori

Bolelli's regular doubles partner since 2024, the two have formed one of the most consistent teams on the ATP Tour, winning six ATP 500 titles and qualifying for the Nitto ATP Finals twice.

Harri Heliovaara

The fourth-seeded Finnish doubles player who reached the Miami Open final with partner Henry Patten.

Henry Patten

Heliovaara's British doubles partner, the fourth seeds were unable to find their best form in the final against the Italian duo.

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What they’re saying

“Winning our first Masters 1000 title together is a dream come true. We've been working hard as a team for years and it's great to finally break through at this level.”

— Simone Bolelli

What’s next

Bolelli and Vavassori will look to build on their Miami Open triumph and try to qualify for the season-ending Nitto ATP Finals later this year.

The takeaway

Bolelli and Vavassori's victory in Miami showcases the rewards of perseverance and consistency in professional tennis. As one of the most reliable doubles teams on Tour, they have now captured their biggest career title together, a significant milestone for the Italian duo.