Many on the court believed Nikoloz Basilashvili would win the title after the first game of the final, as the Georgia player played quite steadfastly. Basilashvili won 7-5 in the first tie-break and then continuously broke the opponent's serve game and beat the Spaniard 6-2 in the second game. Basilashvili won 2-0 (7-6(5), 6-2) overall, winning the championship.
Statistics show that Basilashvili won 70% of first- ball passes and 71% of second-ball passes while their opponents achieved the same score of 62% and 40%, respectively.
The victory is also the 4th time Basilashvili has won an ATP men's singles championship in his career? Although at this time last year, the Georgia tennis player was still in trouble when he was arrested by his hometown police for allegedly scratching his ex-wife Neka Dorokashvili right in front of his son.
I am extremely happy and dont think I will win the championship, but the result is recognition of my efforts in training. Just half a year ago, I played in a stressful mood and wasn't 100% fit in every match. This week, I have found a way to overcome the stress and get to the championship, Basilashvili replied after winning the tournament.
