Fils vs Rublev Set for Barcelona Open Final

Arthur Fils and Andrey Rublev will face off in the Barcelona Open final after both players produced impressive comeback victories in the semi-finals.

Rublev Ends Semi-Final Drought

Rublev booked his place in his 29th ATP Tour final with a 3-6, 6-2, 6-2 win over Hamad Medjedovic.

The Russian star showed resilience after dropping the opening set, dominating the remainder of the match to:

• Reach his first final of the season
• End a run of four consecutive semi-final defeats

Rublev will now chase his first title since lifting the trophy at the Qatar Open in 2025.

Fils Reaches Milestone Win

French rising star Fils also came from behind to defeat Rafael Jodar 3-6, 6-3, 6-2.

The victory marked:

• His 100th ATP Tour win
• Another strong performance on clay

Fils admitted he needed time to adjust to his opponent’s power:

“It took me one set to get used to his quality, then I felt better and finished strong.”

Final Preview: Power vs Momentum

The final promises an exciting clash between experience and youth:

• Rublev brings proven pedigree and consistency
• Fils arrives with momentum and confidence

Fils acknowledged the challenge ahead:

“Rublev is a great champion. We’ve had big battles before, so it won’t be easy.”

Match Details

• 🏆 Tournament: Barcelona Open
• 📅 Final: Sunday
• ⏰ Start Time: 15:00 BST