Davidovich Fokina Beats Rublev for the First Time and Advances to the Quarterfinals in Barcelona

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Arthur Millot

le 17/04/2025 à 14h55

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Barcelone Davidovich Fokina Rublev

Davidovich Fokina defeated Rublev in straight sets (7-5, 6-4) in the round of 16 in Barcelona.

After defeating Wawrinka in the first round (6-1, 6-4), the Spaniard overcame the Russian in 1 hour and 54 minutes (7-5, 6-4), securing his sixth clay-court victory of the season. The 25-year-old had previously reached the semifinals of the Monte-Carlo Masters 1000.

During the match, the world No. 29 hit 36 winners and converted half of his break point opportunities (5/10). He also maintained a 73% success rate on his first serves.

Davidovich Fokina had never beaten the Russian before, ending a streak of five consecutive losses. He will now face Khachanov for a spot in the semifinals.