What a year this has been for rejuvenated Tommy Haas! Following on a stunning comeback in 2012, the talented German put forth one of the most consistent seasons of his career to now stands an outside chance of qualifying for the ATP World Tour Finals in London.
The 35-year-old Haas is going stronger than ever lately, and on Sunday he proved he has what it takes to compete at the highest level. The German relied on all his experience, as he negotiated his way out of an extremely dangerous situation. In a tight contest, he managed to come back from 2-4 down in the decider to defeat Dutch Robin Haase 6-3,4-6,6-4 to win the title in Vienna, his second crown in the Austrian capital. "I'm very happy. Obviously it's a great feeling to win a title," he said. "It doesn't come around very often. To do it here after (also winning) in 2001, it's special. You don't win tournaments too often and this year I've won in my two favourite cities."
Although his body does not always allow him to be 100% fit, Tommy has succeeded in staying injury-free. He achieved some amazing performances this year, winning two titles, Munchen and Vienna, as well as reaching his first quarterfinal at Roland Garros. He also made the fourth round at Wimbledon.
As said, world No.12 Haas now stands an outside chance of qualifying for London. There are only two tournaments left, so it would take an incredible twist of fate to actually see him achieve the feat, but independent on the result, there are so many positives the German should take from 2013. Keep up the good work, Tommy! Come back stronger next year, I would really want to see you win a Grand Slam.
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