Felix Auger-Aliassime Battles into Quarterfinals at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships
Canadian tennis star Felix Auger-Aliassime put on a thrilling performance at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, securing a hard-fought victory against Portugal’s Nuno Borges in the Round of 16. The match saw plenty of momentum shifts, but Auger-Aliassime showed resilience, overcoming an early setback to clinch the win 4-6, 6-3, 7-5.
Auger-Aliassime Shows Fighting Spirit
It wasn’t an easy ride for the 23-year-old from Montreal. Borges started strong, taking the opening set 6-4, but Auger-Aliassime responded in style, leveling the match with a dominant second-set performance. The decider was a nerve-wracking affair, with both players refusing to back down. However, Auger-Aliassime held his composure when it mattered most, breaking Borges late in the set to seal his place in the quarterfinals.
With this victory, Auger-Aliassime continues to build momentum in Dubai, showcasing the powerful baseline game and athleticism that make him a serious contender in the tournament.
Other Round of 16 Results
While Auger-Aliassime made headlines, other big names were also in action. Here’s how the rest of the Round of 16 unfolded:
- Daniil Medvedev (1) def. G. Mpetshi Perricard – 6-4, 6-4
- Stefanos Tsitsipas (4) def. Karen Khachanov – 7-6(4), 2-6, 6-4
- Matteo Berrettini def. Christopher O’Connell – 7-6(2), 6-2
- Quentin Halys def. Roberto Bautista Agut – 7-6(5), 6-4
- Luca Nardi def. Zizou Bergs – 6-4, 7-6(3)
- Marin Cilic def. Alexei Popyrin – 5-7, 6-3, 6-4
- Tallon Griekspoor def. Ugo Humbert (5) – 4-6, 6-3, 6-2
What’s Next for Auger-Aliassime?
With his place in the quarterfinals secured, Auger-Aliassime will now turn his attention to his next challenge in Dubai. As he looks to continue his deep run in the tournament, Canadian fans will be hoping he can carry this winning form all the way to the final.
Stay tuned for more updates from the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships!
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