Finalists confirmed for ATP 250 in Almaty

The ATP 250 tournament in Almaty will feature Daniil Medvedev and Nikoloz Basilashvili in the final on Sunday, October 25. Medvedev, the top seed and defending champion, reached the final after Kazakh player Alexander Bublik withdrew following the first set, which Medvedev won 6-3.

Injury forces early exit

Bublik, a Kazakh player, suffered a knee injury during the match and was unable to continue in front of his home crowd. His withdrawal allowed Medvedev to advance without playing the second set, preserving his energy for the final.

Medvedev’s path to the final

In the quarterfinals, Medvedev defeated Frenchman Térence Atmane in two sets, continuing his strong performance at the tournament. This victory strengthens his position as he aims to win a double title in Kazakhstan, having already claimed the Almaty title last year.

Basilashvili’s comeback

Nikoloz Basilashvili secured his place in the final with a dramatic three-set victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas. The match ended 6-4, 6-7(5), 6-3, with Basilashvili demonstrating resilience and focus throughout the contest.

Return to form for Basilashvili

Coming from the qualifiers and ranked 128th in the world, the 34-year-old Georgian had not played a main draw final since 2022. His win marks a significant return to form and has elevated his ranking back into the Top 100.

Final holds stakes for both players

For Medvedev, the final is a crucial opportunity to boost his chances of qualifying for the ATP Finals. For Basilashvili, it represents a chance to win his first title in five years and six months, marking a long-awaited return to the top level of men’s tennis.