Britain's Aljaz Bedene beats Laslo Djere to reach Budapest final

ByDan Quarrell

Updated 29/04/2017 at 14:51 GMT

Britain's Aljaz Bedene sealed his spot in the final of ATP Budapest after a straight sets victory over Laslo Djere.

Bedene secured his progress with a 6-2 6-4 victory, and in so doing recorded his 16th win on the bounce.

The 27-year-old can become the British number two on Sunday if he can beat the winner of the second semi-final between Lucas Pouille and Paolo Lorenzi.

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Bedene has now won 23 of his last 24 matches and will be seeking his first ATP Tour title.

Aljaz Bedene of Great Britain playing in Budapest

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