The 26-year-old Greek produced a strong performance to beat his in-form Canadian opponent 6-3 6-3.
The fourth seed had reached the final of the tournament twice before, losing to Novak Djokovic in 2019 and then again to Roger Federer a year later.
Saturday’s win was world number 11 Tsitsipas’ 12th tour-level title, and the biggest outdoor hard-court trophy of his career.
He defeated 24-year-old Auger-Aliassime – who is leading the ATP Tour this season with 16 match wins and two titles – in one hour and 28 minutes, and will return to the top 10 of the world rankings on Monday for the first time since May 2024.
His achievements now include:
- 12 career titles
- 1 ATP Finals
- 3 ATP Masters 1000
- 1 ATP 500
- 7 ATP 250
This win is a testament to the Tsitsipas believers who stood by him through a challenging year. At 26, Tsitsipas is back in the top 10 and rediscovering his form, showing everyone that there’s still immense potential and ample time for growth.
In his pursuit of the title, Tsitsipas was particularly impressive, as he wasn’t broken in his last two matches and was exceptionally clutch on break points today. He saved all seven break points he faced, including two significant saves at 15-40 down.
Previously 0-11 in ATP 500 finals, Tsitsipas’s victory ensures his return to the top 10, with an impending rise to the 9th spot in the rankings next week. This advancement underscores his determination and resilience, proving he is once again a formidable presence in the tennis world. The victory in Dubai not only marks a significant personal milestone but also solidifies his standing among the sport’s elite players.
He writes on Instagram:
“They said my game was sinking… so I got myself a boat.”