Laver Cup: crucial victory for Alcaraz and Ruud, Europe finally breathes
In an already decisive match, the European duo managed to hold their game against Michelsen and Opelka. Three precious points that provide vital relief to Europe in this Laver Cup.
Europe begins its comeback operation. Trailing 9-3 before the start of this third day, the team led by Yannick Noah had to rely on the doubles to stay alive in this 2025 edition of the Laver Cup.
The task was accomplished by Carlos Alcaraz and Casper Ruud, who, after a tightly contested first set against Alex Michelsen and Reilly Opelka, were able to cruise to victory, 7-6, 6-1.
A crucial victory that allows Team Europe to collect three precious points and come back to 9-6 on the scoreboard. Jakub Mensik will need to try to confirm the European rebound against Alex de Minaur in the second match of the day.
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