Alexander Blockx reaches first ATP Tour final at Estoril Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 2:40 AM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
Alexander Blockx advanced to his first ATP Tour final at the 2026 Estoril Open, overcoming Luciano Darderi in the semifinals. Blockx initially struggled, losing the first set 5-7 and trailing 2-5 in the second before rallying to win 5-7, 7-6(1), 7-6(5). His emotional on-court behavior included smashing his racket, which he later gifted to fans along with his towel and wristband. Blockx will face Luca Van Assche in the final after Van Assche defeated Hugo Gaston in the other semifinal.
- •Blockx triumphed over Darderi in a semifinal match
- •Match lasted two hours and 45 minutes
- •Blockx initially trailed in both sets before rallying
- •He will compete against Luca Van Assche in the final
- •Van Assche won his semifinal against Hugo Gaston
- 2:40 AMYahoo Sports — Alexander Blockx Destroys His Racket, Stuns Tennis Community With Bizarre Gesture During Estoril Open Escape
"Alexander Blockx has achieved a major career milestone at the 2026 Estoril Open, booking a spot in his first ATP Tour final. However, his breakthrough was far from smooth sailing.
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