World No 1 Alcaraz stunned by Goffin in Astana opener
World number one Carlos Alcaraz crashed out in the first round of the Astana Open on Tuesday, losing 7-5, 6-3 to Belgium's David Goffin.
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'I'm curious to see where I can take this' - How high can Frances Tiafoe soar after US Open and Laver Cup success?
Frances Tiafoe says he is “flying high” right now after arguably the best month of his career – but just how high can he go? The 24-year-old made his Grand Slam breakthrough at the US Open, beating Rafael Nadal on his way to the semi-finals, where he lost to Carlos Alcaraz in a tight five-setter. He then followed up with a couple of memorable wins at the Laver Cup – teaming up with Jack Sock to beat Roger Federer in the final match of his career before sealing a first victory for Team World in the event by overcoming Stefanos Tsitsipas. Ad This is a purple patch for Tiafoe, and one he is savouring.
World No.1 Carlos Alcaraz Loses To David Goffin In Astana Opener
World number one Carlos Alcaraz crashed out in the first round of the Astana Open on Tuesday, losing 7-5, 6-3 to Belgium's David Goffin. US Open champion Alcaraz suffered his first straight-sets defeat since November last year as Goffin made the most of his second chance as a lucky loser.
Carlos Alcaraz crashes out in Astana Open first round after a straight-sets defeat to lucky loser David Goffin
A subdued Carlos Alcaraz has been knocked out of the Astana Open after a 7-5 6-3 defeat to David Goffin. The world No.1's pursuit of a seventh ATP singles title this season came to an abrupt end in the opening round in Kazakhstan as Goffin's precise, measured performance saw the Belgian over the line in one hour and 48 minutes. Ad Goffin will play Adrian Mannarino in the second round after he beat wild card Stanislas Wawrinka 1-6 6-2 6-3.
World No. 3 Casper Ruud to join Carlos Alcaraz at Mubadala World Tennis Championship in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI: Just a day after announcing World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz will make his Middle East debut at this year’s Mubadala World Tennis Championship in December, organizers have revealed World No. 3 Casper Ruud will join the Spaniard in making his first appearance in Abu Dhabi.
'Crazy' - Carlos Alcaraz gives reaction to topping ATP world rankings with hero Rafael Nadal second
Carlos Alcaraz has given his thoughts on reaching the status of world No. 1 with his great hero, Rafael Nadal, just behind in second place in the rankings. The 19-year-old has enjoyed a sterling season, including becoming the youngest man to win a Grand Slam singles title since Nadal’s first crown at Roland-Garros in 2005 when he triumphed at the US Open.
Japan Open: Burnt-out Casper Ruud makes first-round exit
Japan Open on Tuesday. The Norwegian lost to Carlos Alcaraz in the Flushing Meadows final last month and he has hardly taken his foot off the gas since then, playing in the Davis Cup and Laver Cup before heading to last week's Korea Open. Top seed Ruud finally hit the wall in Tokyo against world number 58 Munar, having his service broken twice in the first set and dumping shot after shot into the net all match.
Casper Ruud to join Carlos Alcaraz at Mubadala World Tennis Championship
Two-time Grand Slam finalist Casper Ruud will join world No 1 Carlos Alcaraz in making his debut at the Mubadala World Tennis Championship in December, organisers announced on Tuesday.