After a 1st round loss in singles, Rafa's success has been soaring in Doha. A long break with many difficult moments has suddenly got a lot brighter!
Rafico (Rafa + Pico) have won their first doubles title in Doha, defeating Julian Knowle and Phillip Oswald in the final! This is Rafa's 4th double's title in Doha and 9th overall! I could not be happier! Both players were absolutely delighted.
Rafico played a fantastic tournament winning some great matches and beating some tough opponents, including Novak Djokovic and his partner.
Rafa and all his fans are so happy with the news, it's so special winning a title, especially when Rafa get's to do it with one of his best friends.
This news is fantastic regarding the Australian Open too. After a rough start in Doha we were worried he would not get any more match play before the grand slam. However, winning matches in doubles to win the title has clearly improved his play and his confidence. Unfortunately doubles was not streamed or broadcasted until the final as it was on court 1 (bad move Doha!), but watching the final was delightful. Rafa won some amazing points and his forehand was just brilliant! Very promising signs.
Winning a title will improve his confidence massively, giving him that extra bit of stability going into Australia. Rafa's prospects are looking a lot better now.
A big congratulations to Rafa and Pico. It was a pleasure to watch them pick up their title today, those smiles on their faces are unforgettable.
Thank you Doha!
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