World No. 3 Carlos Alcaraz marked his first victory at the ATP Finals with an impressive 6-3, 7-6 (10/8) win over Andrey Rublev. This vital win lifted Alcaraz off the bottom of the John Newcombe Group after a challenging start, which included a loss to Casper Ruud. Despite fatigue and a recent illness, Alcaraz seemed to return to form, showcasing a series of remarkable shots that thrilled the Turin crowd.
Alcaraz's win adds a significant dynamic to the group standings. The 20-year-old Wimbledon and French Open champion broke Rublev decisively in the first set and delivered an exceptional performance in the tiebreak, overcoming a spirited effort by Rublev, who has now dropped six consecutive ATP Finals matches. Meanwhile, Casper Ruud missed his chance to secure a semi-final spot after falling in straight sets to Alexander Zverev, who claimed a dominant 7-6 (7/3), 6-3 victory. Zverev now leads the group with two wins, positioning himself as a strong contender for the last four.
Player Performances & Upcoming Matches
With this victory, Alcaraz boosts his chances of progressing further, especially with the final group match against Zverev on Friday, which could be decisive. Meanwhile, Ruud will face Rublev, while Zverev aims to clinch his place in the semi-finals against Alcaraz.
In Thursday’s Ilie Nastase Group action, Jannik Sinner, ranked world No. 1, will advance to the semi-finals with a single set against Daniil Medvedev, potentially topping his group with a straight set victory.
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