Carlos Alcaraz Advances to Round of 16 at Paris Masters

The young Spanish star overcame challenges in his opening match amid concerns over court speed.

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Nicolas Jarry 7-5, 6-1 to reach the Round of 16 at the Paris Masters.
Alcaraz, favored to win after Jannik Sinner's withdrawal, will face either Ugo Humbert or Marcos Giron next.
Despite his victory, Alcaraz expressed concerns about the fast court conditions in Paris, which have been noted as the fastest in a decade.
The tournament saw several upsets, including Francisco Cerundolo defeating Andrey Rublev and Jordan Thompson overcoming Casper Ruud.
Alcaraz's performance continues to draw high expectations, with predictions of a prolific career in Grand Slam victories.