In the Qatar Open final, Jack Draper faced Andrey Rublev, losing in three sets 7-5, 5-7, 6-1. Although the first two sets remained closely contested, Draper struggled with fatigue in the final set, allowing Rublev to secure a decisive lead. This defeat marked Draper's third loss in five ATP finals but elevated him to his highest career ranking at 12th. Rublev celebrated his second Qatar Open title, having previously won it in 2020, and acknowledged the physical toll both players endured throughout the tournament.
Jack Draper acknowledged the challenge of facing Rublev, stating, "He outlasted me. We have both played some really tough matches this week and he was just too strong for me in the third set."
Rublev expressed his joy in winning the Qatar Open again, saying, "It is amazing. It is the first title I have won twice so I am really happy."
After the match, Rublev noted the pivotal moment of the match, stating, "After the second set, I started to play much more free - he was more tired. I was able to break him and the match changed completely."
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