Carlos Alcaraz surprises and eliminates Rublev in the semifinals of the ATP tournament in Doha.

Carlos Alcaraz, the young star of Spanish tennis, took another step towards glory by eliminating defending champion Andrey Rublev in the semi-finals of the ATP 500 in Doha, thus securing his 34th career final. This result marks the 11th consecutive victory for the prodigy from El Palmar in 2026, and it is the 12th time he has reached a final in the last 13 tournaments he has played. What is most impressive is the way Alcaraz has dominated the circuit, showcasing a consistency that sets him apart in the world of tennis.

The match against Rublev was a true roller coaster, where every point required astonishing patience and unwavering determination. Alcaraz, known for his ability to control matches, faced serious challenges, especially in the first set, where he found himself in trouble with break points early on. However, the world number one demonstrated his resilience by recovering from a critical situation at 15-40, staying steadfast and focused. Rublev, who had been showcasing impeccable tennis until then, ultimately lost his serve at 2-2, losing confidence after an unforced error with a forehand.

Rublev’s recovery came quickly, and with the help of a double fault from Alcaraz, he managed a break at 4-5, leveling the contest once again. However, the Spaniard did not let this shake him and, after a set contested until the last point, triumphed in the tie-break with a decisive 7-3.

In the second set, Alcaraz demonstrated why he is considered one of the best in the game today, quickly seizing an opportunity and putting pressure on Rublev with his powerful forehand. Although he faced a moment of uncertainty by allowing an unexpected break at 3-1, the young tennis player quickly regrouped, breaking Rublev again at 4-3 with a blistering return. Despite wasting three match points at 5-3, Alcaraz showcased impressive mental strength by converting the fifth match point in the following game, closing out the contest with a score of 7-6(3), 6-4.

Now, Alcaraz awaits the winner of the clash between Arthur Fils and Jakub Mensik in the final, where he will seek another trophy for his growing collection. What lies ahead is a potential new display of the class and talent of the prodigy, who continues to captivate tennis fans around the world. The future looks bright for this young player, who has already established himself as one of the greats of the sport.