Alcaraz advances to Japan Open semis after Shapovalov retires
Most outlets reported that Carlos Alcaraz reached the Japan Open semi-finals after Denis Shapovalov retired during their match. The Express Tribune highlighted the scoreline and result, while 24 News HD added context about Shapovalov’s condition and Alcaraz’s qualification. Both noted the retirement and the outcome but varied slightly in emphasis and detail.
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Alcaraz through to Japan Open semis, Fils crashes out
Carlos Alcaraz qualified for the semi-finals of the Japan Open on Sunday after an ailing Denis Shapovalov retired to hand the world number three a 7-6 (7/3), 2-1 victory.
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Alcaraz through to Japan Open semis
Spaniard reaches the last four after Shapovalov retires at 7-6 (7/3), 2-1
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