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Schukin wins Belgaum ATP title

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October 20, 2003 15:44 IST

Russia's Yuri Schukin lifted the men's singles title in the Belgaum Open ATP Challenger on Sunday.

In the final between the two unseeded players, Schukin easily defeated Germany's Dieter Kindlmann 6-3, 6-2 in 64 minutes.

The Russian took home the winner's prize of US$ 3,600. The doubles crown was claimed by the Slovakian pair of Branislav Sekac and Michal Mertinak after a tough battle against the Indian duo of Vishal Uppal and Mustafa Ghouse. The pair won 7-6(7-3), 7-6(7-2).

Indian tennis sensation Leander Paes handed over the prizes to the winners.

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