Brisbane, Australia - Grigor Dimitrov, the Bulgarian tennis maestro, surged into the new season triumphantly, securing the ATP 250 tennis tournament title in Brisbane, Australia. The $661,585 prize fund gleamed as Dimitrov showcased his prowess on the court.

In an electrifying final clash against Danish sensation Holger Rune, Dimitrov exhibited sheer mastery, seizing victory with a 7:6, 6:4 scoreline after an intense two hours and 19 minutes of exhilarating play. This marked a significant milestone, marking his first title win since 2017.

The initial set saw both contenders fiercely vying for supremacy. Yet, it culminated in a tiebreak where Dimitrov clinched the pivotal moments, securing a 7:5 lead and maintaining it with unwavering determination.

The second set mirrored the intensity as Dimitrov orchestrated a pivotal breakthrough, surging to a 4:3 lead and amplifying it with a formidable 5:3 advantage. Although Rune rallied, narrowing the gap to 5:4 on his serve, Dimitrov’s precision remained unyielding, culminating in a 6:4 win to claim the title.

Throughout the match, Dimitrov’s serve remained an impregnable fortress, thwarting all three break opportunities granted to his opponent. With 28 winning shots against a mere 8 unforced errors, Dimitrov's precision was impeccable. Notably, his prowess at the net earned him 17 points out of 26 attempts, accompanied by 8 aces, amplifying his dominance while clinching 77 percent of his first serve points.

Brisbane has been a favorable battleground for Dimitrov, securing his third title in the Australian city. Despite a previous loss to Andy Murray in 2013, Dimitrov soared to victory in 2017, and now, with this latest triumph, boasts two titles, equaling the tally held by Murray himself.

The road to the title was no easy feat, as Dimitrov maneuvered through challenging opponents, dispatching Daniel Altmaier, Rinky Hijikata, and Jordan Thompson before outplaying grid leader Holger Rune in a captivating final showdown.

This marked the third encounter between Dimitrov and Rune, with the former decisively claiming the final episode of their rivalry, hoisting the trophy victoriously.

Elevating his career to new heights, Dimitrov notched his 18th ATP final appearance and secured his ninth illustrious title, solidifying his standing as a formidable force in the tennis arena.