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Bublik Defeats Musetti for Hong Kong Title, Enters ATP Top 10

The Italian's week locks in a career-best No. 5, with reports of right-arm pain during the final.

Overview

  • Alexander Bublik beat Lorenzo Musetti 7-6, 6-3 in 1 hour 38 minutes to win the ATP 250 event in Hong Kong.
  • Musetti was treated on court for right-arm discomfort late in the first set, and reports said it affected his level thereafter.
  • With the title, Bublik secures his debut in the ATP top 10 starting next week.
  • Musetti's semifinal comeback over Andrey Rublev guaranteed him a rise to world No. 5 from Monday.
  • Italy will have two men in the ATP top five with Musetti joining Jannik Sinner, as players wrap up preparation for the Australian Open.