Arthur Fils
ON THE RECORD · 10 verbatim quotes · every quote source-verified
“You come on court more nervous because it’s a semi-final. The rain arrives, you wait and when you come back conditions are completely different,”
Arthur Fils · said 2026-08-22 · reported 2026-08-23
Arthur Fils discussed how a 45-minute weather delay affected conditions in his semifinal victory.
“It was tough, but I’m happy with how I dealt with it.”
Arthur Fils · said 2026-08-22 · reported 2026-08-23
Arthur Fils reflected on handling the rain interruption to reach his first Masters 1000 final.
“If I’m sad, there is no way I can make it,”
Arthur Fils · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-22
Arthur Fils spoke about the importance of maintaining a positive mindset during comebacks.
“If I’m positive, then I give myself a shot, at least. When I’m sad, if I’m going crying into my bed, there is no way I can wake up and play some good tennis. If I’m going happy and blessed that now I’m able to play tennis, then after, it’s working well.”
Arthur Fils · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-22
Arthur Fils explained how staying positive and grateful helps him play good tennis.
“I’m a bit less crazy,”
Arthur Fils · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-22
Arthur Fils discussed developing a more composed approach on court.
“Some things are happening for a purpose. It’s OK.”
Arthur Fils · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-22
Arthur Fils reflected on accepting injury setbacks during his season.
“Miami was nice, I was in the semis, but I lost so much energy in this tournament. I was screaming ‘Come on’, ‘Vamos’ after every point. Now here it’s completely different. And I think also when you do it, you start to do it a couple of times, the tournaments, those big runs, then you start to get a bit used to [it], and you don’t need anymore to go crazy, to pump yourself. I think I’m already pumped enough, especially with my team also. They are very pumped, so I don’t need to go that crazy anymore.”
Arthur Fils · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-22
Arthur Fils explained why he no longer expends as much energy screaming and getting pumped during deep tournament runs.
“I was feeling great, but you just got to take it,”
Arthur Fils · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-22
Arthur Fils reflected on having to accept physical setbacks after suffering a hip injury.
“He has an unbelievable serve; I was surprised by the speed of his ball,”
Arthur Fils · said 2026-08-20 · reported 2026-08-21
Arthur Fils praised the power of Thiago Tirante's serve following their quarterfinal clash.
“I tried to make him play a bit more. I stayed solid in my head and it worked pretty well for me.”
Arthur Fils · said 2026-08-20 · reported 2026-08-21
Arthur Fils discussed his tactical and mental approach in his win against Thiago Tirante.