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Arthur Fils Clinches Dramatic Title at ATP 500 Tokyo
In an exhilarating finale at the ATP 500 tournament in Tokyo, young French talent Arthur Fils triumphed over his compatriot Ugo Humbert with a scoreline of 5-7, 7-6 [6], 6-3. This victory came after Fils valiantly saved a match point, securing his second title at the ATP 500 level. The match was a true testament to endurance, showcasing Fils’ resilience after a demanding week filled with tough encounters, including a challenging first-round match against American Taylor Fritz.
Fils Reflects on His Journey
Speaking to reporters from L’Équipe, Fils conveyed his elation after a whirlwind week. “It has been an incredible week. Since the very first match against Taylor, which was really tough, everything seems to have flown by. I’m so happy. The final today was absolutely wild. Ugo and I are close friends, and I knew he would play an amazing match. He had never lost a final before. It was incredibly challenging,” he stated. Fils emphasized the unpredictable nature of tennis, reflecting on his victory: “Tennis can change in a second. I won today, but it could’ve easily gone the other way. I am very pleased with how I managed the mental aspect of the match as well as my physical condition.”
Key Moments of the Final
Fils elaborated on crucial moments throughout the final, particularly the tension in the second set: “Throughout the second set, I focused on holding my serve and pushing Ugo as far as possible. At 4-3, I found myself very close to losing. In the tiebreaker, I managed to save a match point with an astonishing backhand winner. It’s probably the best backhand I’ve hit all week! I don’t know what to say; I’m extremely pleased with how I steered through that second set. I was a bit lucky too.”
A Special Friendship
Fils shared insights about his relationship with Humbert, saying, “We are very close; he feels more like an older brother to me. He is a bit older (26 years old compared to my 20). He has been an immense help both on and off the court. Our relationship is fantastic, and it’s always great to share moments on and off the court with him.”
After his hard-fought victory, Fils also reflected on the trophy he earned: “The trophy is amazing! I didn’t quite grasp the protocol at the award ceremony. I had to take the trophy, hand it back, and then it was given back to me again (he laughs). But it is beautiful. I looked at the names on it, and I noticed Jo-Wilfried Tsonga won here in 2009, which I didn’t know. It’s pretty cool to be the second French player to win this tournament.”
To sum it up: Arthur Fils showcased extraordinary talent and determination, defeating Ugo Humbert in a thrilling match and solidifying his growing reputation in the tennis world.
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