Alcaraz advances to Japan Open final

Carlos Alcaraz has advanced to the Japan Open final after defeating fellow Spaniard Jaume Munar in a hard-fought match. The defending champion won 5-7, 6-3, 6-1 in Tokyo.

According to Free Malaysia Today, Alcaraz struggled with mistakes, particularly in the first set, but managed to keep pressure on his opponent with precise forehands, fast volleys, and drop shots. He broke Munar's serve in the second set and dominated the final set, wrapping up the match in two hours and 31 minutes.

Alcaraz will face the winner of the other semi-final between Jiri Lehecka of Czechia and Valentin Vacherot from Monaco in the final.

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