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Fils & Rublev Stun Barcelona Open, Clinch Grand Slam-Level Final

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Arthur Fils and Andrey Rublev both clawed back from a set down to reach the Barcelona Open final, with Rublev securing his 29th career title and Fils advancing past Rafael Jodar. The Frenchman’s 3-6 6-3 6-2 victory over Spain’s Jodar marked a breakthrough, as Jodar had previously ousted Cameron Norrie in the quarters. For Rublev, the win ended a four-match semi-final losing streak, propelling him toward his first title since February’s Qatar Open final.

Both players now face a high-stakes showdown, with Fils aiming to cement his Grand Slam credentials and Rublev targeting a breakthrough on clay.