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Alcaraz Cruises to Japan Open Quarters, Sinner Survives in China
27 Sep
Summary
- Carlos Alcaraz, World No. 1, defeats Zizou Bergs to reach Japan Open quarterfinals
- Jannik Sinner, World No. 2, overcomes tough challenge to advance in China Open
- Promising young players like Holger Rune and Brandon Nakashima also progress
As of September 28, 2025, the top players in men's tennis have been showcasing their skills at two major tournaments. In Tokyo, World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz of Spain has continued his dominant form, defeating Belgium's Zizou Bergs 6-4, 6-3 to reach the quarterfinals of the Japan Open. Alcaraz, who is seeking his eighth title of the season, credited his physio for helping him recover from a slight ankle injury suffered in the first round.
Meanwhile, in Beijing, World No. 2 Jannik Sinner of Italy faced a tough challenge from Terence Atmane of France in the China Open. After dropping the second set, Sinner regained control to secure a 6-4, 5-7, 6-0 victory and advance to the quarterfinals. Sinner has now won 61 matches on hard courts against players ranked outside the top 10.
The tournaments have also seen the emergence of promising young players. Denmark's Holger Rune, the No. 3 seed, defeated Ethan Quinn to set up a quarterfinal clash with American Jenson Brooksby, who defeated Luciano Darderi of Italy. Additionally, American Brandon Nakashima defeated Hungary's Marton Fucsovics to book a quarterfinal meeting with Alcaraz.
