Bolelli and Vavassori Earn Back-to-Back Fan Adoration
The Italian duo’s blend of grit and flair across four titles secures a second straight Fans’ Favourite nod in the 2025 ATP Awards, turning home crowds into unbreakable allies.
In the electric hum of Turin’s arenas, Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori stood as beacons of Italian doubles pride, their repeat win as the Fans’ Favourite team in the 2025 ATP Awards a nod to a season defined by relentless drive. The pair’s journey wove through high-stakes finals and crowd-fueled triumphs, their partnership a masterclass in converting pressure into poise. Four tour-level titles anchored their campaign, from early hard-court sparks to clay-court conquests, all while eyes stayed fixed on unfinished business Down Under.
Their path echoed the raw pulse of doubles—quick decisions at net, synchronized returns that probed weaknesses. Vavassori’s lefty spin often curved serves wide, stretching opponents thin, while Bolelli’s volleys clamped down on passing shots. This synergy not only built a 37-22 record but deepened the bond with fans who voted them tops for the second year.
“I would like to thank all of you,” Bolelli said. “We are really happy to win the Fans’ Favourite award for the second year. I hope you enjoy our doubles during the year. We are really pumped for the new season, we already started working on it. See you soon.”
Vavassori added: “Thank you so much for voting for us. We are really happy to win for the second time. We had a great season and your support in Turin was amazing. See you soon in Australia, and forza!”
Adelaide streak builds quiet fire
January’s Adelaide sun baked the courts as Bolelli and Vavassori launched their second season together with an ATP 250 title, their aggressive inside-out forehands slicing through defenses. A nine-match winning streak followed, the kind that forges mental steel amid whispers of greater things ahead. This early momentum carried them to the Australian Open final, where Melbourne’s pace tested their edges but left them hungry for more.
The runner-up finish stung, forcing tweaks to their one–two patterns—deeper returns to counter big serves, sharper poaches at net. Yet defeat didn’t dim their spark; it honed it. Transitioning swiftly, they stormed Rotterdam’s indoor hard courts for an ATP 500 crown, their down-the-line passes exploiting second-serve vulnerabilities with surgical aim.
Surface shifts demand tactical grit
Hamburg’s clay later called for heavier topspin loops and underspin defenses that kept balls low and rallies grinding, earning another ATP 500 trophy through patient court coverage. Vavassori’s curving serves pulled opponents off-balance, while Bolelli’s lobs floated just out of reach. Back on hard courts in Washington, D.C., summer heat amplified their quick rushes, clinching a fourth title with crosscourt winners that pinned foes deep.
These wins, spread across surfaces, showcased adaptability—their volleys crisp on faster decks, returns loaded with depth on slower ones. A return to the Nitto ATP Finals on home soil in Turin brought the season full circle, the crowd’s roar a psychological boost during a semi-final push. That energy in Italy mirrored the fan support that propelled their awards repeat.
Bryan legacy inspires forward charge
As the first duo since Mike Bryan and Bob Bryan—from 2005 to 2017—to claim back-to-back Fans’ Favourite honors, Bolelli and Vavassori carry a weightless legacy into 2026. Turin’s cheers during tight sets varied their spins, disrupting rhythms just enough to keep hopes alive. With eyes on cracking the Australian Open code, their blend of tactical evolution and emotional lift promises deeper runs, the court their stage for Italian flair reborn.
