Dominic Thiem reaches the semifinals at the Doha Open after defeating a spirited Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets.

Dominic was dominating the first set against the Greek after he conquered a break in the 7^th game (4-3). The Austrian failed to serve out the set when leading 5-4, but then he broke Stefanos (6-5) before winning the opener.

The difference between the two in the second set was only a break in the 9^th game (5-4). That was enough for the Austrian to win the set and the match. The final result was 7-5 6-4 (stats).

He will be a top player. THIEM

Soon after the match, Dominic had nice words for his opponent to say

“He’s already so good at a young age. I think he’s going to be for sure a top player in the near future. He’s playing very well, aggressive with a good service, nice one-handed backhand.” 

The semi vs. Monfils

Dominic will face Gael Monfils in the semifinal. The Frenchman is currently ranked no.46 as he lost many positions because of his struggle with multiple injuries. The head to head is 3-0 for Thiem that is still the favorite to reach the final, but you’ll never know when Gael is in the house.