Camilo Ugo Carabelli wins Challenger title in Brazil amid controversy

Argentine tennis player Camilo Ugo Carabelli secured his second Challenger title of the season at the Costa de Sauipe tournament in Brazil, defeating Thiago Seyboth Wild with a 6-2, 7-5 victory.

The win was marked by a controversial celebration, as Ugo Carabelli mimicked a sleeping gesture toward the crowd. While the spectators responded with applause, his opponent, Brazil's Seyboth Wild, reportedly refused to shake hands after the match.

Ugo Carabelli, currently ranked 81st, will rise into the ATP top 70 following this performance. This ranking boost secures his position for the upcoming Australian Open and improves his standing for the 2027 Masters 1000 circuit. Regarding the tension, Ugo Carabelli noted the difficulty of playing in Brazil as an Argentine and stated that he was not bothered by Seyboth Wild's reaction, noting he has known the player since childhood.