Alcaraz wins after saving match points as Europe lead Laver Cup
Carlos Alcaraz narrowly avoids back-to-back singles defeats for the first time in 18 months as Team Europe lead Team World at the Laver Cup.
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"The drop shot is part of my game."
— Carlos Alcaraz , Athlete
Key People
Alexander Bublik is a Kazakhstani professional tennis player recognized for his unique style and shot-making ability.
Alexander Zverev is a German professional tennis player who recently won his first Grand Slam title at the French Open.
Alex de Minaur is an Australian professional tennis player known for his speed and agility on the court.
Andre Agassi is a retired American professional tennis player and eight-time Grand Slam champion.
American tennis player advancing in the competition.
Carlos Alcaraz is a Spanish professional tennis player who is considered one of the rising stars of the sport.
Casper Ruud is a Norwegian tennis player and the defending champion of the Madrid Open.
Taylor Fritz is an American professional tennis player.
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Carlos Alcaraz narrowly avoids back-to-back singles defeats for the first time in 18 months as Team Europe lead Team World at the Laver Cup.
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