Fabio Fognini is on a roll after winning the German Tennis Championships on Sunday, his second title in two weeks. The Italian overcame three match points in the second set to force a deciding third set and beat qualifier Federico Delbonis of Argentina 4-6, 7-6, 6-2.
“It’s an amazing week,” said Fognini. “I can’t believe it right now. I just feel incredible, a real good sensation. I’m very happy.
“I was, I think, a little bit lucky. I was nervous. Today, I didn’t play really good, but I fought hard. I think that was the key. Another trophy, that’s the important thing. I want to enjoy [this] as soon as possible. I fly to Umag tomorrow and have another chance to play,” he added.
Fognini received €251,200 in prize money for winning his biggest title to date plus 500 ranking points. A weekend ago, he won the MercedesCup title in Stuttgart. He’s projected to become part of the world’s top 20 this week.
