Rublev battles back to reach first Final of the Season in Barcelona

Andrey Rublev fought back from a set down to defeat Hamad Medjedovic 3-6, 6-2, 6-2 and book his place in the Barcelona final.

After losing the opening set, Rublev responded strongly, adjusting his game against an opponent who started aggressively. He went on to take control of the match, dropping just four games across the final two sets to seal the win.

This is his first final of the season and his first appearance in a Barcelona final, having lost just one set throughout the tournament so far.

After the match, Rublev was relaxed when asked about the importance of potentially winning the title.

“I don’t know. Of course I don’t mind of course I would like to. If it happens it happens. If it doesn’t happen we keep working, what can I do? Not much to say I don’t know”

With his level improving on clay, Rublev heads into the final with momentum and a chance to turn his strong week into a title.