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Carlos Alcaraz wins first Paris Masters title
Carlos Alcaraz claimed his first Paris Masters title by defeating Ben Shelton in straight sets, 7-6(5), 7-5. The victory marks the Spaniard’s ninth ATP Masters 1000 title and his fifth tournament win of the 2026 season.
The match served as a form of revenge for Alcaraz, who was eliminated by Shelton in a marathon five-set quarter-final at the US Open earlier this season. Despite Shelton’s powerful serve and early momentum in the second set, Alcaraz secured a crucial break to seal the win at the Plenitude Arena.
With this triumph, the 23-year-old Alcaraz extends his winning streak to nine matches. He now turns his attention to the ATP Finals in Turin, following a successful run that included a recent ATP 500 title in Vienna.
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