Auger-Aliassime Reaches Qatar Open Semis After Walkovers

Felix Auger-Aliassime has advanced to the semifinals of the 2025 Qatar Open, benefiting from two walkovers, including his quarterfinal match against Daniil Medvedev, who withdrew due to food poisoning. Auger-Aliassime will face Andrey Rublev, a former Qatar Open champion and fifth seed, who secured his spot in the semifinals after a hard-fought victory over Alex de Minaur. Rublev, with a 5-1 head-to-head lead over Auger-Aliassime, aims to become the first player to win the Qatar Open in both its ATP 250 and ATP 500 formats. Auger-Aliassime has shown strong performance this season, having already won two titles, but remains relatively untested in this tournament. The upcoming match promises a compelling clash as Rublev seeks to leverage his experience and head-to-head advantage. Meanwhile, Auger-Aliassime will aim to prove his prowess on the court despite his easy path to the semifinals.