28/09/2026
Unfortunately the weather caused problems again! The final was delayed by rain in Osaka and eventually moved to the indoor courts in Miki. Because of the change of venue, the live feed only became available during the first set.
Ntunga fought hard, but Koki Nara (J*pan, seed No. 8) prevailed 6-4, 6-1 after 1h35.
Still, an incredible two weeks for Ntunga: J200 Miki singles & doubles champion, followed by a J500 Osaka final, with nine consecutive singles wins along the way.
And importantly, he becomes the first player representing Botswana to reach a J500 singles final. π§πΌπΎ
Photos and Article by: Dominique Raguin