Nakashima rises to occassion in Milan with Next Gen ATP Finals glory: "Being American and being able to play here in Milan is the best feeling in the world"

Brandon Nakashima proved the best among up-and-coming players defeating Jiri Lehecka in the final to lift the trophy.

It was the second time Nakashima was part of the event as he played last year and that experience proved crucial. He only lost one match in the entire event and it was the first one played winning all the matches he played after that.

He said:

“I am super happy right now. It was a great tournament, this whole week. This final was another tough match. Just a few points that could have gone either way. I am happy with my level today. It is a good way to finish off the year."

He added:

“It was a final, so there are going to be some pressure moments. There were some nerves at the beginning, but I am happy I was able to turn it around quickly and close it out at the end.”

The 21-year old finished off with:

"Being American and being able to play here in Milan is the best feeling in the world. I am going to take the [title] back to the United States and now take some time off. My team means everything to me. Together we have had such a great year, working well together. I am happy with where we are at right now and we are going to enjoy this one.”