Daniil Medvedev captured his third title of the year by defeating Andrey Rublev 7-5, 6-4 in the final at Hangzhou on September 30, 2026. This victory also marks Medvedev's return to contention for the ATP Finals, currently placing him eighth in the ‘Race to Turin.’ In a commanding performance, he fired 23 aces and expressed satisfaction with his play during critical moments, reflecting on their rivalry with a head-to-head record now standing at 8-2.
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Alejandro Davidovich Fokina secured his second title of the season in Chengdu, overcoming Hubert Hurkacz 6-4, 7-6(7). After a challenging stretch that saw him lose his first five ATP finals, Davidovich Fokina finally claimed his maiden title in Mallorca and followed it up with this win. He noted that he feels more equipped to handle pressure after his initial victory.
Leylah Fernandez continued her success in Asia, winning her sixth WTA title with a decisive 7-5, 6-0 victory over Talia Gibson in Singapore. Half of Fernandez's titles have come from Asian tournaments, having previously won in Hong Kong and Osaka. She highlighted the importance of confidence and the need to reset for upcoming challenges as she prepares for the Beijing tournament, which features many top competitors.
Kimberly Birrell achieved her first WTA title by defeating Maya Joint 6-4, 6-2 in Seoul, marking the first all-Australian singles final since 2017. This victory propelled Birrell into the Top 50 for the first time, and she expressed her gratitude on social media, acknowledging the support and sacrifices of those around her.