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Carlos Alcaraz wins Shanghai Masters opener with new look
Carlos Alcaraz opened his campaign at the Shanghai Masters with a decisive 6-3, 6-3 victory over Argentina’s Juan Manuel Cerúndolo. The world No. 3 displayed high levels of aggression and service dominance, winning 86 percent of his first-serve points to secure his seventh consecutive win following his recent title in Tokyo.
Alcaraz’s appearance drew significant attention due to his new look, featuring a moustache and a basketball-style sleeveless top. He explained that the moustache was the result of a bet made with his coaching staff: if he won the Tokyo tournament, the entire team would grow moustaches for the Shanghai event.
Beyond his match performance, Alcaraz addressed concerns regarding the professional tennis calendar. In interviews with ATP channels, he criticized the increasing pressure on players, noting that the frequency of tournaments and matches may be exceeding safe limits and contributing to a rise in injuries among top competitors. He also expressed support for Jannik Sinner, wishing him a speedy recovery from his recent injury.
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ATP · ATP Masters 1000 Shanghai · Carlos Alcaraz · Daniil Medvedev · Jan-Lennard Struff · Jannik Sinner · John McEnroe · Juan Manuel Cerúndolo · Paula Badosa · Rafael Jodar · Shanghai · Shanghai Masters