Courtney Lock Wins First Title of 2026 at Kunming Open in China

Zimbabwean tennis star secured his first title of the 2026 season after winning the doubles competition at the in Anning, China, on Saturday.
The 29-year-old partnered American player to claim the championship with a hard-fought 7-6(7-4), 7-6(7-3) victory over Chinese duo and in the final.
Competing on the outdoor clay courts of the , Lock and Zhu produced an impressive run throughout the tournament, dropping just one set on their way to lifting the trophy.
The victory marks Lock’s first title since the 2024 season and his first doubles crown without his brother , who is currently sidelined through injury.
The Lock brothers, who have been key figures for in international competition, enjoyed a successful 2024 campaign together, winning four doubles titles.
Lock’s latest success provides a strong boost to his 2026 season and highlights his continued presence on the international tennis circuit as Zimbabwe’s top-ranked men’s doubles player.