- Carlos Alcaraz defeated Daniil Medvedev in straight sets to reach the Beijing final.
- He will face either Jannik Sinner or Bu Yunchaokete next.
- This marks Alcaraz's first final in Beijing.
- He broke Medvedev twice to win the first set in 48 minutes.
Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the Beijing final after defeating third seed Daniil Medvedev in straight sets. The second-seeded Spaniard is now set to face either world number one and defending champion Jannik Sinner or Chinese wildcard Bu Yunchaokete in the championship match. This marks Alcaraz’s first final appearance in Beijing, a feat that fellow Spaniard Rafael Nadal achieved four times during his career.
Alcaraz, eager to make a strong comeback following his early exit at the US Open, took the initiative by breaking Medvedev’s serve at 3-2 in the first set. The 21-year-old was in dominant form, engaging the crowd with his confident play and even cupping his ear after an intense rally. Medvedev, who was the finalist in Beijing last year, found himself on the back foot as Alcaraz continued to apply pressure.
The first set saw a series of exchanged breaks, with both players failing to hold serve for three consecutive games, leaving the score tied at 4-4. Medvedev, growing visibly frustrated after a few close calls went against him, was broken again at 6-5. Alcaraz held serve to secure the opening set in just 48 minutes, showcasing his aggressive style of play and tactical precision.
In the second set, Alcaraz maintained his momentum and broke Medvedev’s serve again at 3-2. Medvedev, now dealing with physical discomfort, required medical treatment on his left leg. The Russian struggled to keep up with Alcaraz’s pace, and after receiving further treatment at 3-4 down, his hopes of a comeback began to fade.
Alcaraz, seizing the opportunity, remained focused and clinched the match on his fourth match point, securing a spot in the final. The straight-sets victory not only put Alcaraz one step closer to his 16th ATP Tour title but also reaffirmed his status as one of the most exciting young talents in tennis today.
With the final set for Wednesday, Alcaraz will look to cap off his impressive run in Beijing and continue building on his already stellar season. Whether he faces Sinner or Bu, the young Spaniard will be poised to add another significant title to his growing list of achievements.
