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Lehecka Stuns Alcaraz, Claims Second ATP Title

2/26/2025

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In a thrilling showdown in Doha, Jiri Lehecka, ranked 25th in the world, triumphed over third-ranked Carlos Alcaraz with a score of 6-3, 3-6, 6-4, clinching his second ATP 500 title. Lehecka's remarkable comeback from a 4-2 deficit in the final set highlighted his tenacity, while Alcaraz, despite winning more points, faced challenges with key serves, praising Lehecka's impressive performance afterward.

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In a thrilling showdown in Doha, Jiri Lehecka, ranked 25th in the world, triumphed over third-ranked Carlos Alcaraz with a score of 6-3, 3-6, 6-4, clinching his second ATP 500 title. Lehecka's remarkable comeback from a 4-2 deficit in the final set highlighted his tenacity, while Alcaraz, despite winning more points, faced challenges with key serves, praising Lehecka's impressive performance afterward.