The First Serve - DeMinaur Junior Finals Wrap - 10-11-2025
·4 min
The episode provides a detailed summary of the 2025 Deminaur junior tour finals for 12 and under and 14 and under age groups. The event took place at Sydney Olympic Park over a weekend with very hot conditions. In the 14 and under boys singles, Novak Palombo defeated Sebastian Leverato from New South Wales in straight sets. Palombo is noted for performing well nationally and internationally, with plans to compete in the Orange Bowl where he previously won the 12 and under title. In the 14 and under girls singles, top seed Ami Dela Pozza from New South Wales beat Victorian Eleni McIntarsis in straight sets. Dela Pozza also won the girls doubles final later that afternoon, partnering with McIntarsis. For the 12 and under boys singles, Oliver Baker from Victoria defeated Ethan Wang in a three-set final. Baker's older brother Nicholas is mentioned as a successful player in older age groups. In the 12 and under girls singles, top seed Darcy Bassus from Victoria won against Kyla Gerges in straight sets. Bassus reached the doubles final but did not win. The episode highlights the competitive talent among the players, including those who reached quarterfinals and semifinals. It acknowledges the support from National Academy coaches across Australia and the Alex Diemener Foundation. Alex Diemener is noted to be in Italy but likely monitoring the event. The wrap-up mentions that the 2026 Deminaur Junior Tour points race will start soon, with another finals event planned in Sydney for 2026.
