Alcaraz wins Indian Wells title, returns to World No. 1

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Indian Wells (USA). Carlos Alcaraz continued his dominance by defeating Daniil Medvedev 6-3, 6-2 in the final to claim his maiden Indian Wells title. The 19-year-old Spaniard, who did not drop a set in six Indian Wells matches, will return to world No. 1 in Monday’s ATP rankings following his trophy win.

“It means a lot to me,” Alcaraz said after registering the victory in one hour and 10 minutes on Sunday. number 1 [रैंकिंग] I am lucky to have it.

He further said, the trophy means a lot to me. I have enjoyed my time here and have definitely felt the love of the people from day one. It is amazing for me to complete these 10 days like this.

Now a three-time ATP Masters 1000 champion in Miami and Madrid, Alcaraz is the ninth and youngest man to win both legs of the Sunshine Double – Indian Wells and Miami – in his career. He is the only player to win at least three Masters 1000 titles as a teenager, along with countryman Rafael Nadal, who won six titles before the age of 20.

Alcaraz hit 18 winners to five of Medvedev and won 10 of 13 net points in an all-action victory. The Spaniard also repeatedly found success with his patent drop shot, taking advantage of his opponent’s deep court positions.

Obviously winning a tournament gives you a lot of confidence. Looking forward to the second ATP Masters 1000 event of the year, said the Spaniard.(IANS)

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