Carlos Alcaraz and Daniil Medvedev both secured their spots in the quarterfinals of the Austrian tournament, but under very different circumstances.
The Paris Masters 1000 is not yet over, but in Vienna, eyes are already turned toward the race to the Turin Masters. Two major players took an important step forward on Thursday by winning their eighth-final matches at the Austrian ATP 500.
Carlos Alcaraz made quick work of Nikoloz Basilashvili. Dominant from start to finish, the Spaniard swept aside the Georgian in two sets (6-1, 7-6 [13/11]), showing consistency and composure. His net play and variety of shots posed insurmountable problems for his opponent, who found no solution to contain the Murcia machine. Alcaraz thus advances to the quarters without dropping a single set.
Meanwhile, Daniil Medvedev had to work hard to get past Cameron Norrie. The Briton, solid on serve, took the first set (6-4) and put the Russian in difficulty. But Medvedev, never more dangerous than with his back to the wall, turned the tide to win (4-6, 6-3, 7-6 [7/1]) after a battle of over two hours. In the decisive tie-break, the 2021 US Open champion was relentless.
This victory takes on capital importance with a view to qualifying for the Turin Masters. Medvedev is picking up precious points in the race standings, as competition remains fierce for one of the eight coveted spots. Every win counts, and this one allows him to stay in the hunt.
Both men will be expected in the next round with different ambitions but a common goal: to continue their journey toward Turin. Alcaraz, the tournament's heavy favorite, will try to confirm his status, while Medvedev will look to string together good results to secure his place among the season's top eight.
Carlos Alcaraz made quick work of Nikoloz Basilashvili. Dominant from start to finish, the Spaniard swept aside the Georgian in two sets (6-1, 7-6 [13/11]), showing consistency and composure. His net play and variety of shots posed insurmountable problems for his opponent, who found no solution to contain the Murcia machine. Alcaraz thus advances to the quarters without dropping a single set.
Meanwhile, Daniil Medvedev had to work hard to get past Cameron Norrie. The Briton, solid on serve, took the first set (6-4) and put the Russian in difficulty. But Medvedev, never more dangerous than with his back to the wall, turned the tide to win (4-6, 6-3, 7-6 [7/1]) after a battle of over two hours. In the decisive tie-break, the 2021 US Open champion was relentless.
This victory takes on capital importance with a view to qualifying for the Turin Masters. Medvedev is picking up precious points in the race standings, as competition remains fierce for one of the eight coveted spots. Every win counts, and this one allows him to stay in the hunt.
Both men will be expected in the next round with different ambitions but a common goal: to continue their journey toward Turin. Alcaraz, the tournament's heavy favorite, will try to confirm his status, while Medvedev will look to string together good results to secure his place among the season's top eight.
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Source: Ouest-France