Carlos Alcariz Battles Ankle Injury to Beat Sebastian Baez at Japan Open
World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz survived a left‑ankle twist in his Japan Open debut, edging out Sebastian Baez 6‑4, 6‑2. The Spanish star fell early, but medical staff cleared him and he pressed on. He said a "warrior mentality" helped him finish strong, moving into the third round as he eyes an eighth title of 2025. Recovery will be key before his next match.