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Alcaraz Reaches Japan Open Semis as Shapovalov Withdraws
Top seed Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the semifinals of the Japan Open in Tokyo on Sunday, progressing when opponent Denis Shapovalov was forced to retire due to injury. The Spanish player continued his impressive comeback from a four-month wrist injury layoff.
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Carlos Alcaraz secured his place in the Japan Open semifinals in Tokyo without completing his match against Denis Shapovalov, who withdrew due to injury during their quarterfinal encounter on Sunday.
The top-seeded Spaniard has been making steady progress through the tournament as he rebuilds his form following an extended absence from professional tennis. Alcaraz had been sidelined for four months with a wrist injury before returning to competitive action recently.
Shapovalov's withdrawal marked another milestone in Alcaraz's recovery campaign, allowing the world-ranked player to conserve energy ahead of the semifinal round at the Japan Open. The tournament continues to serve as an important stepping stone in Alcaraz's return to full competitive schedule.
With the withdrawal, Alcaraz will face his next opponent in the semifinals, continuing his bid for the Japan Open title as he works to regain match fitness and competitive sharpness following his injury recovery.