Alexander Bublik 🇰🇿 emerged victorious at the Swiss Open Gstaad, defeating Juan Manuel Cerundolo 🇦🇷 in a gripping three-set final: 6-4, 4-6, 6-3. The win marked Bublik’s first career title on clay, adding a new surface to his growing collection of ATP trophies.
A Grueling Battle in the Alps
The match was a rollercoaster of momentum shifts. Cerundolo broke early in the first set, but Bublik responded with aggressive baseline play and pinpoint serving to take the opener. The Argentine fought back in the second, capitalizing on Bublik’s frustration and errors to level the match. In the deciding set, Bublik found his rhythm again, dominating with 13 aces and 47 winners to seal the victory in just over two hours.
Career Milestone and Rankings Boost
This triumph marks Bublik’s sixth ATP Tour singles title and his second of the 2025 season. With this win, he will re-enter the ATP Top 30 on Monday, climbing from World No. 34 to No. 30.
Cerundolo’s Impressive Run
Cerundolo, ranked No. 109, reached his second ATP final and first since 2021. His path to the final included a stunning upset over top seed Casper Ruud in the quarterfinals. His performance in Gstaad will propel him back into the ATP Top 100.
Looking Ahead
Bublik’s clay breakthrough sets the stage for a promising North American hard-court swing. With titles now on clay, grass, and indoor hard courts, only outdoor hard courts remain unconquered. His next opportunity begins in Kitzbühel, where momentum is firmly on his side.
Alexander Bublik in 2025
WWWWWLWWWW Currently, during this season Bublik has achieved a composed 31-17 win-loss record. Alexander has won 3 titles in 2025 in the Turin Challenger, Halle and Gstaad. The Kazakhstani reached the final in the Phoenix Challenger.
