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Alcaraz sets up Paris Masters final clash with Shelton

Carlos Alcaraz beat former world number two Casper Ruud 6-4, 6-4, while Ben Shelton saw off world number 47 Luca Van Assche 5-7, 6-3, 6-4.

Alcaraz sets up Paris Masters final clash with Shelton

On Saturday, Carlos Alcaraz secured his place in the Paris Masters final by defeating Casper Ruud 6-4, 6-4. This victory sets up a clash with world number four Ben Shelton in the upcoming final. Alcaraz described facing Shelton as one of the best challenges in tennis, having previously lost to him in the US Open quarter-finals. The Spaniard will need to maintain top-notch reflexes to counter Shelton's powerful serves in the final.

Alcaraz expressed his excitement about playing in his first Paris Masters final, acknowledging the challenging journey that brought him to this point. Meanwhile, Shelton's win over Luca Van Assche earned him a spot in the final, marking his sixth final of the season and a potential third Masters-level title.

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