Arthur Fils Vs Andrey Rublev, Barcelona Open: Frenchman Claims 4th Career ATP Title, Takes Celebratory Pool Plunge

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French youngster Arthur Fils captured the 2026 Barcelona Open title on Sunday, defeating Andrey Rublev in a hard-fought final, 6-2, 7-6(2). The 21-year-old Frenchman showcased immense mental fortitude, particularly under the guidance of his new coach, Goran Ivanisevic. This victory marks Fils' first title since returning from a long-term back injury and his first trophy since 2024. While top seed Carlos Alcaraz was forced to withdraw mid-week due to a wrist injury, Fils took full advantage, dismantling the draw to secure his 101st career win. In the doubles final, British pair Lloyd Glasspool and Julian Cash claimed the championship in straight sets. See best photos below.

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France's Arthur Fils lifts the trophy after defeating Russia's Andrey Rublev in the ATP Barcelona Open tennis final in Barcelona, Spain. | Photo: AP/Joan Monfort
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France's Arthur Fils poses with the trophy after defeating Russia's Andrey Rublev during the ATP Barcelona Open tennis final in Barcelona, Spain. | Photo: AP/Joan Monfort
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France's Arthur Fils jumps in the pool after his victory against Russia's Andrey Rublev in the ATP Barcelona Open tennis final in Barcelona, Spain. | Photo: AP/Joan Monfort
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France's Arthur Fils, right, talks after defeatingg Russia's Andrey Rublev at the end of ATP Barcelona Open tennis final in Barcelona, Spain. | Photo: AP/Joan Monfort
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France's Arthur Fils reacts after defeating Russia's Andrey Rublev in the ATP Barcelona Open tennis final in Barcelona, Spain. | Photo: AP/Joan Monfort
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Russia's Andrey Rublev returns the ball to France's Arthur Fils during the ATP Barcelona Open tennis final in Barcelona, Spain. | Photo: AP/Joan Monfort
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France's Arthur Fils returns the ball to Russia's Andrey Rublev during the ATP Barcelona Open tennis final in Barcelona, Spain. | Photo: AP/Joan Monfort
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France's Arthur Fils returns the ball to Russia's Andrey Rublev during the ATP Barcelona Open tennis final in Barcelona, Spain. | Photo: AP/Joan Monfort
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Russia's Andrey Rublev returns the ball to France's Arthur Fils during the ATP Barcelona Open tennis final in Barcelona, Spain. | Photo: AP/Joan Monfort
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France's Arthur Fils returns the ball to Russia's Andrey Rublev during the ATP Barcelona Open tennis final in Barcelona, Spain. | Photo: AP/Joan Monfort
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Russia's Andrey Rublev in action during his match against France's Arthur Fils during the ATP Barcelona Open tennis final in Barcelona, Spain. | Photo:AP/Joan Monfort

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