TOKYO – Carlos Alcaraz suffered an ankle harm however recovered to defeat Sebastian Baez 6-4, 6-2 within the second spherical of the Japan Open on Thursday.
World No. 1 stated he was “scared” when he fell 2-2 within the first set. Alkaraz rubbed her eyes and grabbed her left ankle in seen discomfort.
“After I planted my ankles, I wasn’t feeling effectively at first, so I used to be nervous,” Alkaraz stated. “I am blissful that I’ve performed good tennis and completed the match very effectively. I will try to get better so I can put together for the subsequent spherical.”
Alcaraz wanted a strap earlier than persevering with the match and securing a spot within the third spherical.
“I used to be nervous that I wasn’t certain I might end the sport, however Physio got here and did some checks,” he stated. “I used to be capable of stroll to the bench and it gave me confidence. I’m attempting to have a warrior mentality in each match, in each side.”
