At the Nordic Open in Stockholm, top seed Andrey Rublev showcased his dominance by defeating France’s Alexandre Muller in straight sets on Thursday. The Russian star secured a 6-4, 6-1 victory, bolstering his bid to qualify for the ATP Finals in Turin for the fifth consecutive year.
Muller, enjoying a breakthrough season with his first tour final appearance and a rise into the top 100, put up a valiant effort in the first set. However, Rublev’s powerful play proved too much, as he seized control and dominated the second set. The 26-year-old Rublev, currently eighth in the Race to Turin standings, now sets his sights on a quarterfinal clash against Switzerland’s Stan Wawrinka, a three-time Grand Slam champion.
Meanwhile, at the European Open in Antwerp, Greece’s Stefanos Tsitsipas overcame a challenging match against Brazil’s Thiago Seyboth Wild to reach the quarterfinals. The 26-year-old Tsitsipas, who clinched his third Monte-Carlo title in April, edged out Wild in a thrilling three-set encounter.
The match saw Tsitsipas take the first set in a tight tiebreak 7-6(5). Wild, known for his impressive run at the French Open where he upset Daniil Medvedev, fought back to claim the second set 6-4. In the decisive third set, Tsitsipas held his nerve, breaking Wild’s serve to secure a 7-5 victory after the Brazilian double-faulted on match point. Tsitsipas will next face Czech player Jiri Lehecka as he continues his pursuit of the title.
These victories not only highlight the determination of Rublev and Tsitsipas but also set the stage for exciting quarterfinal matchups. Tennis enthusiasts and investors alike will be keenly watching as these athletes strive for success on the ATP Tour.
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ATP: Rublev advances in Nordic Open, eyes ATP Finals qualification
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