The ATP Bucharest final will see a new champion crowned in the Romaina capital after Marton Fucsovics was routed in the semifinals by Sebastian Baez. The Argentine is looking to claim his second clay-court title this season, but in his way is Flavio Cobolli, who has experienced some resurgence from inconsistencies and injuries to find himself a match away from his maiden ATP title. Who will win in Bucharest?
ATP Bucharest Final
Sebastian Baez vs Flavio Cobolli
Head-to-head: first meeting
Sebastian Baez delivered an impressive performance to break Marton Fucsovics’ eight-match winning streak at the Romanian Open and advance to the final. The Argentine successfully defended all six break points he encountered during the match, winning emphatically, 6-2 6-2.
He has reached three finals this season, successfully defending his title at the Argentina Open and narrowly losing to Laslo Djere in three sets in Santiago. Baez has established himself as one of the toughest competitors on clay, and it looks like there’s no stopping him in 2025.
Flavio Cobolli showcased his best performance of the season by defeating Damir Dzumhur in straight sets. The Italian did not face a single break point throughout the match, dominating his opponent 6-3 6-0 and is finding his form after a challenging start to his season.
With just nine ranking spots between them, this could swing either way. The Argentine is rightly favoured heading into this encounter, but Cobolli was devastating in his semifinal win over Dzumhur and emphasised his desire to win the title in Bucharest. Baez may be the more accomplished and experienced player, but the young Italian man is looking to win his maiden career title in Romania, and it won’t be surprising if he upends his more illustrious opponent.
Prediction: Cobolli in 3
Main photo credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
