Imperious Alcaraz storms to Qatar Open title / Photo: Karim JAAFAR - AFP
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Imperious Alcaraz storms to Qatar Open title
Carlos Alcaraz was at his devastating best on Saturday as he claimed the Qatar Open title with a ruthless 6-2, 6-1 win over Arthur Fils.
The seven-time Grand Slam champion needed just over 50 minutes to see off his French opponent and claim the 26th title of his career.
Following Australian Open success earlier this month -- completing his career Grand Slam at just 22 years of age -- Alcaraz backed it up by storming to the title in Doha in his first tournament back since Melbourne and extending his match-winning streak to 12.
For 40th-ranked Fils, returning gradually to action after a lengthy injury absence, the Spanish world number one was a step too far at the end of a fine week in which he recorded wins over top-10 seeds Jakub Mensik and Jiri Lehecka.
A.Baumann--HHA
