Luxembourg Open: Strong Performances and Valuable Experience for Scottish Squad
5th May 2026 by Robert McLean
It was a week of mixed fortunes for the Scottish team at the Luxembourg Open in Luxembourg City, but one that provided invaluable experience against a deep and highly competitive International Series field.
A standout performance came from Matthew Waring in the men’s singles qualifying draw. Waring showed excellent composure and attacking quality to secure two impressive victories and reach the final round of qualifying. There, he faced a stern test against Italy’s world number 224, Enrico Baroni. In a closely contested encounter, Waring matched his higher-ranked opponent for long spells, pushing both games to tight margins before narrowly missing out in two hard-fought sets, a performance that underlined his growing confidence and ability at this level.
In the main draw, there were encouraging signs in the women’s doubles, where Brooke Stalker and Ishbel McCallister combined effectively to claim a well-earned victory. The Scottish pair demonstrated strong understanding and resilience under pressure, particularly in key moments of their opening match. Their run was ended in the following round by Malaysia’s Shazmir and Maisarah, a polished and experienced partnership who went on to reach the semi-finals, highlighting the level of opposition faced.
Elsewhere, the Scottish contingent encountered a series of difficult draws across the disciplines, frequently coming up against seasoned international players and higher-ranked opponents. Despite this, the team consistently showed determination, competitiveness, and a willingness to take the initiative, traits that will serve them well as they continue to transition and develop on the international circuit.
James Robertson, Angus Meldrum, Evan Kenny, and Josh Taylor all represented Scotland with commitment and professionalism, gaining important court time and exposure against top-level opposition. Matches across the week provided valuable learning opportunities, particularly in handling pace, variation, and the tactical demands of international play.
Off the court, the squad benefited from the experience and guidance of coach Rajiv Ouseph, whose insight and support were instrumental in helping players prepare, adapt, and reflect throughout the tournament.
With the European swing of the calendar now in full flow, the team will look to build on the lessons learned in Luxembourg as they regroup ahead of upcoming tournaments in Slovakia, Germany, and Denmark, key opportunities to convert experience into results in the weeks ahead.
A full list of results can be viewed here: https://bwf.tournamentsoftware.com/tournament/b0204676-8da1-45b2-ad59-5270201e79ce/matches/20260501