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Alcaraz's Illness Casts Doubt on ATP Finals Chances
Carlos Alcaraz's cold threatens his chances at the ATP Finals; his short practice session raises concerns about his next match against Andrey Rublev.
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Carlos AlcarazJuan Carlos FerreroCasper RuudAndrey RublevAlexander Zverev
- How is Alcaraz's cold affecting his ability to play?
- Ferrero stated that Alcaraz's cold is impacting his breathing and movement, making it difficult to recover between points. He also mentioned Alcaraz's need to be at his physical peak to compete effectively, particularly against opponents like Rublev, who demand a high level of exertion.
- What measures is Alcaraz taking to combat his illness?
- Alcaraz is taking antibiotics and using expectorants and a balm to alleviate his congestion. Ferrero acknowledges that Alcaraz will likely not be at 100% for the match against Rublev, increasing the difficulty of the upcoming match.
- What caused Carlos Alcaraz to stop his practice session early?
- Carlos Alcaraz, suffering from a bad cold, had to cut short his practice session due to breathing difficulties. His coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero, expressed concern but downplayed the severity, believing Alcaraz would still be able to play his next match.
- What is the significance of Rublev's situation in relation to Alcaraz's upcoming match?
- Alcaraz's opponent, Andrey Rublev, also lost his first match, putting pressure on him to win. This creates an uncertain scenario for Alcaraz's match since Rublev will likely play aggressively, knowing Alcaraz's physical condition.
- What was the outcome of Medvedev's and de Minaur's matches, and what are the implications for the tournament?
- Daniil Medvedev won his second match of the tournament against Alex de Minaur, keeping his semifinal hopes alive. Conversely, De Minaur's situation is precarious, depending on Taylor Fritz's match outcome.