Francisco Cerúndolo wins Argentina Open title

The Argentine tennis player finally captures his first ATP 250 title on home soil.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Francisco Cerúndolo, the top-ranked Argentine tennis player, has won the Argentina Open ATP 250 tournament in Buenos Aires. This was Cerúndolo's third appearance in the final of this event, and he was finally able to capture the title on his home clay courts.

Why it matters

Cerúndolo's victory is a significant achievement for the 24-year-old Argentine, who has been one of the rising stars of men's tennis in recent years. Winning his first ATP title on home soil will be a major boost to his confidence and profile in his home country.

The details

Cerúndolo defeated a strong field of players to claim the Argentina Open title. He had previously reached the final of this event in 2022 and 2023 but was unable to get over the line until this year. The victory will be a career highlight for the Argentine, who is currently ranked in the top 20 in the world.

  • The Argentina Open took place from February 13-19, 2026.
  • Cerúndolo won the title on February 15, 2026.

The players

Francisco Cerúndolo

The top-ranked Argentine tennis player and a rising star on the ATP Tour.

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What they’re saying

“Winning my first ATP title in front of my home fans is a dream come true. I've been working hard for this moment and I'm thrilled to finally get the job done.”

— Francisco Cerúndolo (houstonchronicle.com)

What’s next

Cerúndolo will look to build on this victory and continue his climb up the ATP rankings. His next scheduled event is the Miami Open, a prestigious ATP Masters 1000 tournament, in March.

The takeaway

Cerúndolo's triumph at the Argentina Open is a significant milestone in his career and a proud moment for Argentine tennis. His ability to finally win his home tournament after two previous final appearances demonstrates his mental toughness and commitment to achieving success on the ATP Tour.