Felix Auger-Aliassime Advances to Dubai Tennis Championships Semifinals
Felix Auger-Aliassime continues to impress at the Dubai Tennis Championships. The Canadian top seed achieved a significant victory over eighth-seeded Jiri Lehecka from the Czech Republic in the quarterfinals on February 27, 2026.
Dominant Performance in Quarterfinals
Auger-Aliassime advanced with a score of 6-3, 7-6 (2). This victory marks his 11th win out of 12 matches in February. The Canadian is now on a quest to reach a third consecutive final.
Last year, he fell short in the championship match at the Dubai Tennis Championships. Auger-Aliassime showcased his serving prowess, achieving a total of 16 aces compared to Lehecka’s zero. Notably, Lehecka failed to break Auger-Aliassime’s serve throughout the encounter.
Next Matchup
Felix Auger-Aliassime’s next challenge will be against third-seeded Daniil Medvedev from Russia. Medvedev dominated his quarterfinal match, defeating American Jenson Brooksby 6-2, 6-1.
Other Semifinals Lineup
- Fifth-seeded Andrey Rublev eliminated France’s Arthur Rinderknech, winning 6-2, 6-4.
- Tallon Griekspoor of the Netherlands triumphed over sixth-seeded Jakub Mensik, finishing 6-3, 3-6, 6-2.
The stage is set for an exciting semifinal round featuring top talents in the sport at the Dubai Tennis Stadium.
Fans are eager to see if Auger-Aliassime can enhance his remarkable run and ultimately clinch the title this year.
