Carlos Alcaraz defeated Casper Ruud in the Japan Open semifinals, showcasing resilience and power to book his place in the Tokyo final.
The thrilling semifinal match began with Casper Ruud dominating the opening set, forcing Alcaraz to regroup and raise his intensity significantly.
Alcaraz responded in the second set by controlling rallies with explosive forehands and smart shot placement, keeping Ruud constantly under pressure.
ESP
C. Alcaraz 3 6 6
(1)
NOR
C. Ruud 6 3 4
(4)
The deciding set saw Alcaraz display extraordinary composure, breaking Ruud’s serve at crucial moments and converting opportunities with fearless confidence.
Casper Ruud fought hard until the very end, but Alcaraz’s consistency and aggressive baseline game ultimately proved too overwhelming today.
With this comeback win, Alcaraz secured his spot in another ATP final, continuing his exceptional form on the hard courts.
Fans in Tokyo cheered loudly for both players, appreciating the high-quality tennis and dramatic shifts throughout the exciting semifinal encounter.
Alcaraz’s determination and shot-making under pressure highlight why he remains one of the most formidable contenders in men’s tennis worldwide.
Casper Ruud leaves Tokyo with pride, showing great fighting spirit but falling just short against Alcaraz’s relentless energy and strength.
The Japan Open final now awaits Carlos Alcaraz, who will enter as the favorite after an inspiring semifinal performance against Ruud.
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