TOKYO — Carlos Alcaraz injured his ankle however recovered to beat Sebastian Baez 6-4, 6-2 within the second spherical of the Japan Open on Thursday.
The world No. 1 stated he was “scared” when he fell within the first set at 2-2. Alcaraz rubbed his eyes and held his left ankle in seen discomfort.
“After I planted the ankle, I used to be anxious, as a result of it did not really feel good initially,” Alcaraz stated. “I am simply pleased that I used to be in a position to play good tennis after that and end the match fairly good. I’ll attempt to get well to do no matter it takes to be prepared for the subsequent spherical.”
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Alcaraz required strapping earlier than persevering with the match and securing a spot within the third spherical.
“I used to be anxious that I would not have the arrogance to complete the match, however the physio got here and did some checks,” he stated. “It was good I may stroll to the bench, and that gave me confidence. I am making an attempt to have a warrior mentality in each match, in each facet of every part.”
