Andrey Rublev overcame an early setback to defeat Felix Auger-Aliassime 4-6, 7-5, 7-5 in the final of the Madrid Open on Sunday, clinching his second Masters 1000 title.
Auger-Aliassime appeared poised for victory as he took control of the match. However, Rublev mounted a fierce comeback to secure victory in just under three hours.
The 26-year-old Russian showcased his resilience by dropping only two sets on his path to claiming the title.
In the second set, Rublev showcased a more aggressive approach, matching Auger-Aliassime shot for shot. With his first serve finding its mark and relentless pressure on his opponent, Rublev managed to secure the crucial break to force a decider.
The final set mirrored the previous two, with both players holding serve until Rublev capitalized on a critical moment, breaking Auger-Aliassime at 6-5.
Despite Auger-Aliassime’s efforts to stay in the contest, two untimely double faults ultimately handed the title to Rublev in an anti-climactic conclusion to the final.
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