Carlos Alcaraz reaches Tokyo semifinals after Denis Shapovalov retires
Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the semifinals of the ATP 500 tournament in Tokyo on Sunday after Denis Shapovalov retired from their quarterfinal match. The world No. 3 secured the victory when the Canadian player withdrew due to a right upper thigh injury during the first game of the second set, La Presse reported.
Injury ends Shapovalov’s run in second set
Shapovalov retired while trailing 7-6 (7-3), 2-1. The match lasted 1 hour and 3 minutes before the injury forced the Canadian to concede. Alcaraz had closed out the first set with a passing shot after surviving a set point at 5-4 in the opening frame.
Alcaraz continues return from wrist injury
This tournament marks the third event for the world No. 3 since returning from a right wrist injury that sidelined him from April until late August. Alcaraz re-entered the circuit at the Australian Open, where he reached the quarterfinals before being eliminated.
Jaume Munar sets up semifinal clash
Alcaraz will face fellow Spaniard Jaume Munar, ranked No. 64, in the semifinals for a place in the final. Munar advanced to the penultimate round by defeating France’s Kyrian Jacquet, ranked No. 86, with a score of 6-4, 6-2.
Match Progress Summary
| Player | Set 1 | Set 2 | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Alcaraz | 7 (7-3) | 2 | Wins by retirement |
| Denis Shapovalov | 6 | 1 | Retired (Injury) |
Tokyo ATP 500 Semifinal Questions
Who is Carlos Alcaraz playing next?
Alcaraz will play against Jaume Munar in the semifinals to determine who advances to the tournament final.
What caused Denis Shapovalov to retire?
Shapovalov suffered an injury to his right upper thigh during the first game of the second set, making it impossible to continue the match.
What is Alcaraz’s recent injury history?
The world No. 3 was unable to compete between April and late August due to a right wrist injury before returning to the tour at the Australian Open.
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