Former world number five Tommy Robredo of Spain continues his remarkable run this season by winning his second title of the year at the Croatia Open Umag on Sunday. The Spaniard defeated Fabio Fognini of Italy 6-0, 6-3. Fognini was on a hot streak, having won two consecutive titles in two weeks and riding on a 13-match winning streak through the final.
“I’m more than happy,” Robredo said. “I’ve been a professional for nearly 15 years and this is my 12th title, so there have not been many times with trophies. I love the emotion.
“Before the match, I was talking to my coach and I was saying, ‘It’s lovely to be waiting to play a final and you are nervous.’ Money can’t buy this feeling and I’m lucky to be part of this sport and lucky to have the chance to feel these feelings. I enjoy it and I know how to handle it,” he added.
Robredo, plagued with injuries the past few years, started the season ranked 114th. His title win ensured his return in the world’s top 30 and increased his chance of being seeded at the upcoming US Open 2013 tournament which takes place next month.
Robredo earned €74,000 plus 250 ranking points.
