Alcaraz defeats Shelton to claim Paris Masters title
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Ben Shelton to capture the Paris Masters title, Al Jazeera English reported.
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Ben Shelton to capture the Paris Masters title, Al Jazeera English reported.
Alcaraz took the match in straight sets, 7-6 (7/5), 7-5. The first‑set tiebreak finished 7‑5, reflecting a tightly contested opening. He then secured a crucial break in the second set to pull ahead 7‑5, showing composure under pressure.
The win gives Alcaraz the elusive Paris crown and comes ahead of the year‑end ATP Finals, where he will look to maintain his form.
Why it matters
The victory gives Alcaraz a coveted Paris Masters title ahead of the season‑ending ATP Finals.
Key details
- Location
- France · Europe
- Reported by
- Al Jazeera English
- First reported
- Key names
- Paris Masters, Carlos Alcaraz, Ben Shelton, ATP Finals
- Section
- Sports
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