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Carlos Alcaraz Set for Rome Masters Return Against Dusan Lajovic

The world No. 2 begins his clay-court season on Friday after recovering from injuries, with a potential path to face Jack Draper and Jannik Sinner later in the tournament.

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Overview

  • Carlos Alcaraz will make his 2025 Rome Masters debut in the second round on Friday, facing Serbia's Dusan Lajovic, ranked No. 131.
  • This marks Alcaraz's first tournament since missing the Madrid Masters due to right adductor and left hamstring injuries sustained earlier this spring.
  • The 22-year-old Spaniard has faced Lajovic four times previously, winning all their encounters in straight sets.
  • Alcaraz's draw includes a possible quarterfinal clash with Jack Draper and a potential final against Jannik Sinner, should both players advance.
  • The Rome Masters is Alcaraz's final preparation before defending his 2024 Roland Garros title later this month.