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Alcaraz downs Fils to win Qatar Open, extends perfect start to the year

  • On Saturday, Carlos Alcaraz claimed the Qatar Open title with a 6-2, 6-1 win over Arthur Fils in Doha during his first tournament back since Melbourne.
  • Following Australian Open success earlier this month, Alcaraz arrived in Doha having completed a career Grand Slam at 22 and said `I came this year hungry for more`.
  • Alcaraz dominated in just over 50 minutes, securing the 26th career title of the seven-time Grand Slam champion.
  • Fils's week featured upsets over Jakub Mensik and Jiri Lehecka, and the run will lift him to No.33 in the next ATP rankings, after returning from eight months with injury.
  • Alcaraz credited his team for mental strength and preparation on and off the court, saying the trophy means a lot and stressing the importance of setting new goals this year.
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Carlos Alcaraz wraps up Qatar Open title in just 50 minutes to maintain unbeaten start to 2026

Carlos Alcaraz has raced to a 6-2, 6-1 victory over Arthur Fils to win the final of the Qatar Open in just 50 minutes.

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