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Tsitsipas knew from the beginning what it was about. In case of defeat, the champion of the previous year would have been out of the race.
The 22-year-old went to work with the right concentration and pressure. Tsitsipas served excellently, came back strong and took the lead after only 19 (!) Minutes.
Rublev, who has already won five tournaments this year, got along better and made the match much more even.
However, in the 10th game, Rublev surprisingly won three break and set balls. The 23-year-old did not miss a chance and forced a third set with the break at 6: 4.
It was hard to beat in terms of drama. Rublev held match point in the tie break at 6: 5 and his own serve, and double faulted.
Tsitsipas did better shortly after and used his first match point after one hour and 55 minutes.
Zitterparte with happy ending: highlights of Tsitsipas victory
