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Carlos Alcaraz gives Arthur Fils a tennis lesson, sets up the Barcelona Open Final against Holger Rune
Carlos Alcaraz continues to dominate the 2025 season, especially on clay, where he has reached unprecedented heights. Since a surprise second-round ouster at the Miami Open, the Spaniard has rebounded emphatically, winning nine consecutive matches on the red dirt. His current victory advances him to his third career final, the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell (Conde de Godó Trophy).
The 20-year-old powered past Arthur Fils in the semifinals with a commanding 6-2, 6-4 win, extending his streak without dropping a set in this year’s tournament. The Frenchman, who had troubled Alcaraz just a week prior in Monte Carlo, had no answers this time around. Awaiting Alcaraz in the final is a familiar rival—Holger Rune. Born just days apart, the two have grown up competing against each other and will now renew their rivalry on one of the sport’s most iconic clay courts.
Alcaraz Overpowers Fils in Windy Semifinal
Windy conditions added an extra layer of challenge to the second semifinal in Barcelona, but Alcaraz looked unfazed from the start. Fils entered the match in good form, boasting a 12–3 record over his last 15 matches. However, the weight of playing Alcaraz on Spanish soil—and on clay—proved too much.
The world No. 2 struck early, breaking Fils in the second game and quickly establishing control. Alcaraz dictated play with his trademark intensity and precision, while Fils struggled to find rhythm, committing a flurry of unforced errors. A second break sealed the opening set 6-2, with Alcaraz barely putting a foot wrong on serve.
Fils Rallies Slightly, but Alcaraz maintains control
Fils improved his game and cut his error count in the second set, giving him a minor competitive advantage. Still, it was insufficient to stop Alcaraz’s momentum. The Spaniard remained focused, striking with intent and standing steady under pressure.
Fils improved his game and cut his error count in the second set, giving him a minor competitive advantage. Still, it was insufficient to stop Alcaraz’s momentum. The Spaniard remained focused, striking with intent and standing steady under pressure.
Match Statistics Alcaraz vs. Fils
| Alcaraz | VS | Fils |
|---|---|---|
| Service | ||
| 2 | Aces | 3 |
| 1 | Double Faults | 5 |
| 75% (36/48) | 1st Service Percentage | 64% (36/56) |
| 78% (28/36) | 1st Service Points Won | 58% (21/36) |
| 69% (9/13) | 2nd Service Points Won | 52% (11/21) |
| 100% (1/1) | Break Points Saved | 40% (2/5) |
| 100% (8/8) | Service Games | 67% (6/9) |
| Return | ||
| 42% (15/36) | 1st Return Points Won | 22% (8/36) |
| 48% (10/21) | 2nd Return Points Won | 31% (4/13) |
| – | Break Points Saved | – |
| Other | ||
| 1h 14m | Match Duration | 1h 14m |
