Alcaraz Overcomes Tough First-Set Tiebreak to Reach Japan Open Quarterfinals
Carlos Alcaraz fought through a nail‑biting first‑set tiebreak to secure his place in the quarter‑finals of the Japan Open, defeating Italy’s Matteo Arnaldi 7‑6 (8‑6), 6‑1 on Saturday. The Spanish prodigy, currently ranked world No. 3, will meet Canadian Denis Shapovalov, who earned his spot by beating Alejandro Tabilo 7‑5, 3‑6, 6‑4, in the next round.
During the opening set, Arnaldi surged ahea…
Oct. 3, 2026, 11:57 a.m.