Norfeldt wins Irish Open tennis

Helena Norfeldt triumphed in the all Swedish final of the Ellesse sponsored Irish Women's Open Championship at Castleknock this…

Helena Norfeldt triumphed in the all Swedish final of the Ellesse sponsored Irish Women's Open Championship at Castleknock this afternoon.

The 19-year-old overcame the challenge of compatriot Jenny Lindstrom in today’s final, taking the first set 6-3 before losing the second on a tie-break.

The unseeded Swede, ranked a lowly 890th in the world rankings, was never seriously extended in the decider, breaking her opponents serve at will to take the championship comfortably.

Result:H Norfeldt bt J Lindstrom (6-3, 6-7, 6-1).