Alcaraz and Sinner Ease into Indian Wells Quarter-Finals, Tsitsipas Bows Out

Carlos Alcaraz, the defending champion at the ATP-WTA Indian Wells Masters, showcased his dominance on Tuesday as he avenged his previous loss to Fabian Marozsan with a commanding 6-3, 6-3 victory. Alcaraz, seeking revenge for his defeat against the Hungarian at last year’s Rome Masters, asserted his superiority from the outset, securing two breaks in the opening set and maintaining his momentum by winning 12 of the first 13 points in the second set. With 22 winners in just 75 minutes, the top seed breezed into the quarter-finals, marking his 50th Masters victory and extending his winning streak in Indian Wells to nine consecutive matches.

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Reflecting on his performance, Alcaraz admitted to feeling nervous before the match, given his previous loss to Marozsan. However, he expressed satisfaction with his strategic approach and execution on the court, emphasizing his determination to rectify past mistakes and seize control of the match early on. With his sights set on a potential clash with Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner in the semi-finals, Alcaraz remains focused on the task at hand, knowing he must first overcome Alexander Zverev in the next round.

Meanwhile, Sinner continued his impressive run at Indian Wells, dispatching American Ben Shelton with a 7-6(4), 6-1 victory to maintain his perfect record in 2024. Despite facing challenging conditions, Sinner stayed resilient and positive throughout the match, crediting his mental fortitude for navigating through tough moments and seizing control when it mattered most. With his confidence soaring, the third seed now looks ahead to a quarter-final showdown against Jiri Lehecka, who stunned Stefanos Tsitsipas with a dominant 6-2, 6-4 win to reach his first-ever quarter-final at a Masters 1000 event.

Lehecka, the 22-year-old Czech, continued his impressive form by securing another upset victory, this time over the 11th seed Tsitsipas. With 25 winners against the Greek player and a flawless service record in his last two matches, Lehecka showcased his potential as a rising star in the tennis world. As he prepares to face Sinner in the quarter-finals, Lehecka remains focused and determined to maintain his momentum, knowing that he has the opportunity to make a significant impact at one of the most prestigious events on the ATP tour.