Video - Alcaraz's Slap in Tokyo: A Monstrous Forehand That Shocked the Entire Stadium
Despite an early scare in the match due to an ankle twist, Carlos Alcaraz did not falter in his Tokyo debut.
Facing Argentina's Sebastian Baez (41st) for the third time in his career, the Spaniard once again showcased his immense power. Proof of this was the forehand slap he delivered to his opponent at 4-4 in the first set (on Baez's serve).
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After several baseline exchanges, Carlos Alcaraz first tried to break the rhythm with a sliced backhand, before firing a cross-court bullet that stunned the audience at the Colosseum. Despite an attempt to recover, the Argentine was completely overwhelmed by his opponent's power.
Subsequently, the native of El Palmar secured victory in two sets (6-4, 6-2) to advance to the second round against Bergs.
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