Carlos Alcaraz sets up Indian Wells final with Daniil Medvedev after win over Jannik Sinner

19.03.2023 - 13:19 eurosport.com

Carlos Alcaraz predicted a “great rivalry” with Jannik Sinner after defeating the Italian in their Indian Wells semi-final on Saturday.

The victory took the Spaniard just one win away from returning to the world No. 1 ranking that he previously held. Ad Alcaraz had to save a set point in the first set of a 7-6(4) 6-3 victory as he set up a final against Daniil Medvedev.

ATP Indian WellsImpressive Medvedev fights hard to beat Tiafoe and reach Indian Wells final12 HOURS AGO «I'm really happy with the performance today,» Alcaraz said after his win. «I'm really happy to get through this great match.

Jannik obviously is a really great player with great shots. »I would say we're going to have a great rivalry over the years.

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