Czech tennis star Jiri Lehecka continues his impressive run at the 2026 Qatar ExxonMobil Open, securing a spot in the quarterfinals in Doha. Currently ranked No. 22 in the world, the 24-year-old has historically performed well in the Qatari capital, having reached the semifinals in both 2023 and 2025. As of Thursday, February 19, 2026, Lehecka is set to face Arthur Fils for a place in the final four.
Doha Performance and 2026 Season Outlook
Lehecka entered the Doha tournament with a 2-2 record for the 2026 season. He quickly found his rhythm on the hard courts, defeating Jenson Brooksby 6-3, 6-3 in the opening round and following up with a victory over Zizou Bergs. His current season record stands at 4-2 as he prepares for his quarterfinal clash.
Despite a minor setback earlier this year involving a retirement in Brisbane, Lehecka’s serve remains a formidable weapon. Statistical analysis shows he is holding 85.2% of his service games with an ace rate of approximately 10.1% over his last 52 matches.
Career Highlights and Statistics
Since turning professional in 2020, the Mlada Boleslav native has established himself as the top-ranked Czech player on the ATP Tour. Below are his career vitals as of February 2026:
- Current ATP Ranking: No. 22
- Career-High Ranking: No. 16 (Achieved September 8, 2025)
- Career Titles: 2 (Both on hard courts)
- Career Win-Loss Record: 122-93
- Total Prize Money: Over $7.3 million
- Height: 6’1″ (185 cm)
Upcoming Match: Lehecka vs. Fils
The quarterfinal matchup against world No. 40 Arthur Fils is one of the most anticipated matches of the day in Doha. While Lehecka enters as the higher-ranked player and a “Doha specialist” due to his past success at the venue, the match is expected to be a tight contest. The winner will likely face a path that includes top seeds like Carlos Alcaraz or Jannik Sinner, who are also competing in the star-studded ATP 500 draw.
Lehecka’s versatility—having won five Challenger titles on clay and two ATP titles on hard courts—makes him a dangerous opponent across all surfaces, but his comfort level in the Middle East swing remains a key storyline for fans and bettors alike this week.