Alcaraz faced Rublev twice on the professional tour. The Spanish champion won their first clash at the ATP Finals last year, while the Russian prevailed in their last match at the Mutua Madrid Open this season. It is worth mentioning that Carlos was not in top form in Madrid due to a forearm injury.

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On Monday, Carlos Alcaraz (No. 3 in the world) faces Casper Ruud (No. 7) in a top-10 battle in the Round Robin at the Nitto ATP Finals.Alcaraz’s last match was a win, 7-5, 6-2, over Karen