Carlos Alcaraz continues his rise in the tennis world, capturing his first-ever indoor title with a victory at the Rotterdam Open. The Spanish sensation, ranked No. 3 in the world and the tournament’s top seed, defeated Australia’s Alex De Minaur, No. 8 in the ATP rankings, in a hard-fought final with a scoreline of 6-4, 3-6, 6-2.
This milestone win brings Alcaraz’s career title count to 17 out of 22 finals, further cementing his status as one of the sport’s elite. His trophy cabinet already boasts four Grand Slam titles, five Masters 1000 crowns, six ATP 500 trophies—including this one in the Netherlands—and two ATP 250 victories. By lifting the trophy in Rotterdam, Alcaraz succeeds Jannik Sinner, last year’s champion, who opted out of this edition to recover after his Australian Open campaign.
Alcaraz’s impressive run in Rotterdam highlights his growing adaptability on faster surfaces, proving that he is not just a clay-court powerhouse but a dominant force across all conditions. His ability to excel in indoor tournaments further solidifies his position as a true ATP tour contender.
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