Alcaraz overcomes Hurkacz hurdle

Miami Gardens, April 2 Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz continued his sensational play on Friday to beat defending champion Hubert Hurkacz 7-6(5) 7-6(2) and set up a Miami Open final against Casper Ruud, who ended the dream run of Francisco Cerundolo...

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Updated At : 02:07 PM Apr 03, 2022 IST

Miami Gardens, April 2

Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz continued his sensational play on Friday to beat defending champion Hubert Hurkacz 7-6(5) 7-6(2) and set up a Miami Open final against Casper Ruud, who ended the dream run of Francisco Cerundolo with a 6-4 6-1 win earlier.

For the second night Alcaraz electrified the fans at Hard Rock Stadium with his feisty and fearless play and the 18-year-old will now look to become the tournament’s youngest-ever champion on Sunday against world No. 8 Ruud. “I will try to play like it’s the first round to mask the nerves,” said Alcaraz. — Reuters