Kazakhstan’s Alexander Bublik delivered a dazzling performance to defeat Daniil Medvedev in straight sets, 6-3, 7-6(4), and clinch his second Halle Open title on Sunday. The win marks Bublik’s first-ever victory over Medvedev in seven meetings and comes just a week before the start of Wimbledon 2025.
🏆 Bublik Joins Elite Company with Second Halle Crown
Bublik, who also won the Halle Open in 2023, becomes only the third player in the tournament’s 32-year history to win the title more than once—joining Yevgeny Kafelnikov and Roger Federer. The 27-year-old’s path to the title included a stunning upset over World No. 1 Jannik Sinner in the second round.
“From a mental point of view, that’s the toughest match I’ve ever played,” Bublik said. “I’ve never beaten Daniil before—today everything clicked”.
🎾 Match Highlights and Stats
- Duration: 1 hour 22 minutes
- Aces: Bublik 18
- Winners: Bublik 31 | Medvedev 25
- Unforced Errors: Bublik 20 | Medvedev 18
- Net Points Won: Bublik 88% (7/8)
- Total Points Won: Bublik 76 | Medvedev 61
Bublik saved a crucial set point at 4-5 in the second set with a perfectly executed drop shot and sealed the match with a service winner in the tiebreak.
📈 Rankings and Comeback Story
- Bublik’s ATP Ranking: Climbs to World No. 30
- Medvedev’s ATP Ranking: Moves up to World No. 9
Bublik’s resurgence is especially poignant—he revealed he was close to quitting tennis after Wimbledon last year due to burnout and poor form.
Stay tuned for more updates as Wimbledon 2025 approaches.
