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    ASB Classic men's singles champion Jakub Mensik is commending the Maori traditions he encountered in his time at Stanley Street

    ASB Classic men's singles champion Jakub Mensik is commending the Maori traditions he encountered in his time at Stanley Street


    The 20-year-old Czech beat Sebastian Baez in two sets in the final, claiming a second ATP title.

    Mensik says receiving a haka after his win was a great way to finish his time in Auckland - as he turns his attention to the first major of the season.



    Mensik heads to Melbourne as the 16th seed for a first round matchup against Spaniard Pablo Carreño Busta .

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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