Alcaraz downs Shelton in final to claim maiden Paris Masters title

In a thrilling display of resilience and skill, Carlos Alcaraz avenged his recent defeat against Ben Shelton by clinching his first Paris Masters 1000 title. Just 60 days after his comeback tournament was cut short in a dramatic New York match, Alcaraz returned stronger than ever. After battling through a wrist injury that sidelined him for four months, the 23-year-old Spaniard stunned the tennis world by reaching the US Open quarter-finals earlier in the year, only to fall to Shelton in a grueling five-set battle.

Since then, Alcaraz has claimed three titles and lost just once in 17 matches. His commanding victory over the world number four confirmed his status as a top-tier player and solidified his position among the elite eight ATP Masters 1000 champions. Reflecting on his achievement, Alcaraz expressed his long-standing pursuit of the title, acknowledging the challenges posed by facing the formidable Shelton.

As he prepares to compete for the sport’s biggest prizes in 2027, Alcaraz’s triumph marks another significant milestone in his already illustrious career.