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‘It's a huge win, especially for what we're going through’: Habib makes grand slam history
Hady Habib of Lebanon reacts after winning a point against Bu Yunchaokete of China during their first round match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, January 12, 2025

HADY HABIB was happy to bring some good news to battle-scarred Lebanon after a historic victory at the Australian Open today.

The 26-year-old’s 7-6 (4) 6-4 7-6 (6) win over China’s Bu Yunchaokete made him the first man representing the country to win a grand slam main draw match in the Open era.

“It’s a huge win,” said Habib, who won three matches in qualifying to reach the main draw.

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