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Almaty Open 2026: The semifinals of the Almaty Open are scheduled to take place today, with four players battling for a place in the men’s singles final.
Stefanos Tsitsipas will face Nikoloz Basilashvili, while Daniil Medvedev is set to meet home favourite Alexander Bublik in what promises to be an exciting day of tennis in Kazakhstan.
The quarterfinals on Friday produced several impressive performances, as Tsitsipas, Medvedev, Basilashvili and Bublik secured their places in the last four.
Tsitsipas Sets Up Semifinal Clash with Basilashvili
Greek star Stefanos Tsitsipas advanced to the semifinals after defeating Australia’s James Duckworth in straight sets, 6-3, 6-4.
Tsitsipas delivered a composed performance, maintaining control throughout the contest to move one step closer to the title.
He will now face Georgia’s Nikoloz Basilashvili, who produced a dominant display against France’s Adrian Mannarino.
Basilashvili won the quarterfinal 6-3, 6-1, underlining his strong form heading into the semifinal.
The clash between Tsitsipas and Basilashvili will be an important test for both players as they look to secure a place in the championship match.
Medvedev Faces Bublik in Blockbuster Semifinal
Former world number one Daniil Medvedev also booked his semifinal spot with a straight-sets victory over France’s Terence Atmane.
Medvedev won 6-4, 6-4, using his consistency and tactical discipline to overcome his opponent.
His next challenge will be Kazakhstan’s Alexander Bublik, who defeated fellow countryman Karen Khachanov in a three-set quarterfinal to reach the last four.
Bublik will have the opportunity to capitalise on home support, while Medvedev will look to draw on his experience at the highest level of men’s tennis.
Their meeting is expected to be one of the highlights of the day’s action.
Almaty Open Semifinal Schedule
The men’s singles semifinals are set to begin at the following times:
- First semifinal: Nikoloz Basilashvili vs Stefanos Tsitsipas 3:30 PM IST
- Second semifinal: Daniil Medvedev vs Alexander Bublik after 6:30 PM IST
Both matches will determine the finalists for the Almaty Open men’s singles championship.
All Eyes on the Finalists
With Tsitsipas and Medvedev bringing considerable experience to the court, and Basilashvili and Bublik looking to make their own mark, the semifinals promise two compelling contests.
The opening match will see Tsitsipas attempt to overcome Basilashvili’s aggressive game, while the second semifinal will pit Medvedev’s tactical consistency against Bublik’s unpredictable and attacking style.
Tennis fans will be watching closely to see which two players advance to the final and move within one victory of lifting the Almaty Open trophy.
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