Paris Masters: Alcaraz Stunned by Humbert in Thrilling Third-Round Match
Early Exit for World No. 2 Alcaraz
Carlos Alcaraz, the world’s second-ranked tennis player, was eliminated from the Paris Masters by 18th-ranked Ugo Humbert of France in a thrilling three-set match on Thursday.
A Testing Evening for Alcaraz
Alcaraz, who has had a rollercoaster second half of the season, struggled to find his rhythm in the match. He was 0-5 down in the first set before managing to get on the board, but ultimately fell short, losing 6-1, 3-6, 7-5.
A History of Close Matches between Alcaraz and Humbert
This was Alcaraz’s third match against Humbert, and it was a first win for the French player. The two have a history of close matches, with Alcaraz having previously defeated Humbert in the French Open and Wimbledon.
Alcaraz’s Recent Form
The 21-year-old has had a tough second half of the season, following a heartbreaking loss to Novak Djokovic in the Paris Olympics final. He was knocked out in the second round of the US Open by Botic van de Zandschulp, 74th-ranked, and defeated Jannik Sinner in the Beijing final before a quarterfinal exit at the hands of Tomas Machac, world No. 33, at the Shanghai Masters.
Humbert’s Path to the Semifinals
Humbert will now face Australia’s Jordan Thompson for a place in the Paris Masters semifinals. He edged Alcaraz in winners 28-23, with both players committing 38 unforced errors.
Conclusion
Alcaraz’s early exit from the Paris Masters marks another setback in an otherwise promising season. The 21-year-old will look to regroup and refocus ahead of future tournaments. For Humbert, this victory marks a significant win, and he will look to capitalize on the momentum as he chases a spot in the semifinals.
FAQs
- Who was the winner of the Paris Masters third-round match between Carlos Alcaraz and Ugo Humbert?
- Ugo Humbert of France won the match.
- What was the score of the match?
- 6-1, 3-6, 7-5 in favor of Humbert.
- How many unforced errors did both players commit?
- 38 unforced errors each.
- Who will Humbert face in the next round?
- Australia’s Jordan Thompson for a place in the Paris Masters semifinals.