The Germans Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz They were crowned champions of the ATP doubles Finals this Sunday with a 7-6 (5) and 7-6 (6) win over the Salvadoran Marcelo Arevalo and the Croatian Mate Pavicwhich became a favorite.
Krawietz and Puetz closed the rivalry with two tie-breaks that allowed them to fulfill their dream of becoming the first German ‘Masters’ couple in history. And from being a revelation in the first matches to being worthy champions, showing a combined tennis that is superior to others, especially reliable in important moments.
Number 1 in the doubles ranking, Arévalo and Pavic formed a tough pairing to beat in 2024, their first year as a couple. Finalists in Rome, they won four titles this campaign, including Roland Garros and the Masters 1,000 in Cincinnati, and were the first to qualify for this Masters Cup.
However, on the first day, they encountered the unexpected rebellion of the Germans, number 8 in the world, dubbed the ‘Cinderella’ of the group, the only winner in Hamburg and the last to stamp their ticket to Italy.
In the final, Arévalo and Pavic, although aware of the level of their rivals, could not fight in two crucial moments of the match.
There was no break of serve in 12 games of both sets. Only in tie-breaks. At first, three was enough for the Germans. In the second, they needed four and two match points to celebrate their title in great style.
Arévalo and Pavic, despite everything, raised the title for the best couple of the year 2024 this Saturday.
Source: La Verdad
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