Alejandro Davidovich Fokina secured the biggest title of his career by defeating Rafael Jodar in the final of the Shanghai Masters on Sunday. The Spanish player, ranked 26th in the world, overcame a slow start to claim the victory with a scoreline of 1-6, 7-6 (7-5), 6-4.

Davidovich Fokina dropped the first set convincingly but rallied in the second, edging out Jodar in a tightly contested tiebreak. He carried the momentum into the third set, ultimately prevailing to capture his first ATP Masters 1000 title.

The 27-year-old’s triumph in Shanghai marks a significant milestone in his career, extending his winning streak in China to 10 matches. Speaking after the match, Davidovich Fokina described the victory as a “huge relief,” reflecting the hard-fought nature of the contest and its importance to him personally.

His opponent, rising talent Rafael Jodar, struggled as fatigue set in but pushed Davidovich Fokina to three sets in what was a competitive final. The match showcased the resilience and skill of both players, highlighting Davidovich Fokina’s ability to perform under pressure at a high-profile event.