Carlos Alcaraz and Denis Shapovalov Capture ATP Titles in Rotterdam and Dallas
Alcaraz secures his first indoor title in Rotterdam, while Shapovalov earns his first ATP 500 victory in Dallas.
Overview
- Carlos Alcaraz defeated Alex de Minaur 6-4, 3-6, 6-2 to win the Rotterdam Open, marking his 17th ATP singles title and first on an indoor court.
- The 21-year-old Spaniard became the first Spanish player to win the Rotterdam Open in its 52-year history.
- De Minaur, despite the loss, will rise to a career-high No. 6 in the ATP rankings after his strong performance in Rotterdam.
- In Dallas, Denis Shapovalov claimed his third career ATP singles title and first at the ATP 500 level with a 7-6(5), 6-3 win over Casper Ruud.
- Shapovalov's victory included defeating all of the tournament's top three seeds, including Taylor Fritz and Tommy Paul, en route to the title.