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Rune Stuns Alcaraz to Clinch Barcelona Open Title
In a surprising turn of events at the Barcelona Open, Carlos Alcaraz expressed his contentment despite a shocking defeat against Holger Rune in the final. The top-seeded Spaniard, who was heavily favored to secure his third consecutive title at the Barcelona event following triumphs in 2022 and 2023, succumbed to a 7-6, 6-2 loss against the resilient Norwegian player.
Alcaraz Downplays Injury After Setback
Throughout the match, the Spanish tennis star appeared to be hampered by a physical issue, receiving treatment on his upper right leg on two occasions and exhibiting signs of discomfort during rallies. Despite the apparent ailment, Alcaraz refrained from attributing his loss to any fitness concerns. Instead, he chose to commend Rune for his impressive performance and victory.
Gracious Words from Alcaraz
“Congratulations to Holger on an incredible week,” Alcaraz stated in his post-match remarks. “After having to withdraw from Monte-Carlo, you demonstrated great resilience to come here and put on a show for the fans. I appreciate that.”
He continued, reflecting on their shared history, “We have been familiar with each other since the age of 12, time truly does fly. I am genuinely pleased to witness us both competing at this level and to see how far we have progressed together.”
Rune Celebrates Significant Victory
In a display of sportsmanship, Alcaraz directly addressed Rune, concluding his interview by saying, “So, congratulations again and keep up the great work.”
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The 21-year-old Rune, currently ranked No. 13 in the world, openly expressed his elation after the match. Having rallied from a break down in the opening set, he proceeded to secure his first ATP 500 title.
Rune Reflects on Match Dynamics
“This victory is incredibly meaningful, it was a fantastic match,” Rune commented. “At the start, I felt a bit tense, understandably, given Carlos’s exceptional level of play. I needed to take deep breaths and find my rhythm.”
“After he broke my serve, I settled into the match and began playing my own game. Winning the first set was a crucial battle and gave me significant momentum. I am extremely proud of my performance.”