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Rublev's Epic Comeback Secures Qatar Open Semifinal Spot

2/22/2025

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In a thrilling Qatar Open quarterfinal, Andrey Rublev triumphed over Alex de Minaur with a score of 6-1, 3-6, 7-6(8), battling back from the brink as he saved a match point and clinched victory on his eighth attempt. After a gripping 2½ hours, Rublev now sets his sights on Félix Auger-Aliassime in the semifinals.

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In a thrilling Qatar Open quarterfinal, Andrey Rublev triumphed over Alex de Minaur with a score of 6-1, 3-6, 7-6(8), battling back from the brink as he saved a match point and clinched victory on his eighth attempt. After a gripping 2½ hours, Rublev now sets his sights on Félix Auger-Aliassime in the semifinals.