What happened in Buenos Aires during Carlos Alcaraz and Andrea Vavassori’s quarterfinal match?
World number 2 Carlos Alcaraz has advanced to the semi-finals in Buenos Aires, maintaining his path towards defending his title. In the quarter-final match against Andrea Vavassori,
Alcaraz secured a 7-6, 6-1 victory in an hour and 40 minutes, displaying an improved performance compared to his first match on Thursday.
The Spanish player demonstrated exceptional serving, with an 80% success rate, and showed strong defense on his second serve.
Alcaraz successfully fended off an early break point in the first set and maintained consistent pressure on Vavassori throughout the match. Despite a competitive effort from the Italian, Alcaraz dominated the first set tie-break, winning it 7-1.
Alcaraz gained momentum in the second set, securing two crucial breaks and ultimately outplaying Vavassori to set up a semi-final clash with Nicolas Jarry. Despite Vavassori’s strong start with service winners, Alcaraz maintained composure and capitalized on his opportunities, particularly at the net.
Throughout the match, Alcaraz showcased his skill with winners and well-placed shots, ultimately sealing the victory and extending his unbeaten streak to 6-0 in Buenos Aires. His solid performance, particularly in crucial moments, secured his spot in the tournament’s semi-finals.
