Carlos Alcaraz, the world’s top-ranked tennis star, served up a masterclass at the Japan Open final 🏆, defeating Taylor Fritz 6-4, 6-4 to claim his eighth title of 2023! The 20-year-old Spaniard flipped the script after losing to Fritz last week at the Laver Cup, sealing his victory with a cheeky sliced drop shot that left fans buzzing. 🎯
But the celebration comes with a twist: Alcaraz announced he’s skipping the Shanghai Masters starting Wednesday. 'I’ve been dealing with physical issues,' he shared on Instagram, adding that rest is his priority. 💤 Despite an ankle injury early in Tokyo, he powered through, dropping just one set all week.
With a tour-leading 67-7 record this year, Alcaraz is laser-focused on finishing 2023 as No. 1. His Tokyo win marks his ninth final since March—proving he’s the ATP’s ultimate comeback kid. Will this break recharge him for the season’s final stretch? 👀
