The Spanish tennis player Carlos Alcaraz continues his impressive start to the season. The world number one secured his place in the Doha tournament final after defeating the Russian Andrey Rublev in the semifinals with a score of 7-6 (3) and 6-4.
This victory extends Alcaraz’s undefeated streak in 2026, adding eleven consecutive wins. So far this year, he has only lost four sets, which shows his excellent form on the circuit.
A high-intensity match
Rublev, defending champion and world number fourteen, presented a considerable challenge, with a match that extended for more than two hours. Alcaraz, despite some initial doubts, demonstrated his mental strength in the crucial moments.
The first set was very close, with both players exchanging service breaks. The tiebreaker favored Alcaraz, who showed solidity and maturity to close the set with a 7-6 (3) after an hour and three minutes.
Domain and victory
In the second set, Alcaraz quickly took the lead with a 3-0. Rublev reacted, tying the score at 3-3, but inconsistency cost him dearly. Alcaraz regained serve and, after several attempts, secured the victory with a 7-6 (3) and 6-4.
This victory represents the thirty-fourth final in Alcaraz’s professional career and the twelfth in the last thirteen tournaments, reflecting his remarkable consistency.
In the final, Alcaraz will face the winner of the match between Frenchman Arthur Fils and Czech Jakub Menšík.
With confidence, talent, and a consolidated mindset, Alcaraz continues to lead world tennis at the beginning of 2026.
