Spanish teenager Alejandro Davidovich finally broke his finals curse, clinching his second ATP trophy of the year in Chengdu, China.
June 2024 – First Breakthrough in Mallorca
Just days before Wimbledon, Davidovich captured his maiden elite‑level title on the grass courts of Mallorca. The win untangled the mental knot that had seen him collapse in previous finals.
Early September 2024 – Chengdu Final
On the fast hard courts of the ATP 250 event in Chengdu, the 27‑year‑old Spaniard faced Poland’s Hubert Hurkacz. After a tight first set, Davidovich surged ahead 6‑4. The second set stretched to a tiebreak, where he held his nerve to win 7‑6(9) in 1 hour 47 minutes.
Key Moments
Hurkacz led early in the second set, but Davidovich rallied, saving four set points and eventually forcing the tiebreak. The Spaniard’s composure under pressure marked a stark contrast to earlier career setbacks.
What Lies Ahead
With two titles under his belt and a surge in confidence, Davidovich heads into the Asian swing in strong form, eager to add more victories to his rising résumé.