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Carlos Alcaraz has cruised past Arthur Fils 6-2 6-1 to win the Qatar Open and extend his perfect start to the year

Carlos Alcaraz has cruised past Arthur Fils 6-2 6-1 to win the Qatar Open and extend his perfect start to the year

22 February 2026

The world number one clinched a remarkable 89 per cent of his first-serve points while never facing a break point during the 50-minute encounter.

Jessica Pegula has claimed the WTA 1000 title in Dubai with a comfortable win in the final over Elina Svitolina .

Pegula won 6-2 6-4 for her 10th title on tour.

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